Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning . WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedures Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Insert a small blunt ended punch or equivalent tool, through the access openings on the left and right side of the steering wheel. Push the spring fastener inward to release the steering wheel inflator from the steering wheel.
1	Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly Procedure Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer. Disconnect the electrical connectors. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping .

Callout

Component Name

WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning .

WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

Disable the SIR. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Insert a small blunt ended punch or equivalent tool, through the access openings on the left and right side of the steering wheel.
Push the spring fastener inward to release the steering wheel inflator from the steering wheel.

Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Procedure

Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping .