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Steering Column: Description

The steering column assembly includes an impact absorbing steering wheel, upper and lower column shafts and flexible coupling. All models include the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). This system includes an airbag and an Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) system.

WARNING: Some models are equipped with Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully follow all WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS  before performing ANY repair. Failure to follow air bag precautions may result in air bag deployment and personal injury. Refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONS  as well as DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in the see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/ SAFETY EQUIP Section.
CAUTION: For information on disabling or activating the air bag system, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIP Section.
NOTE: For information on air bag DIAGNOSIS & TESTING or DISPOSAL PROCEDURES, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIP Section.