Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Safari and 2004 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position in order to unlock the steering wheel.
Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees so the side of the SIR module is at the 12 o'clock position in order to gain access to the access holes behind the steering wheel.
Insert a flat-bladed tool into each access hole and push the leaf spring in order to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.

Fig 1: Expanded View Of Inflator Module Notched Retaining Pin
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Turn the steering wheel 180 degrees in order to gain access to the remaining access holes.
Insert a flat-bladed tool into the remaining access holes and push the leaf spring to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.

Fig 2: Illustrating Using Flat-Bladed Tool To Release Notched Retaining Pins
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Tilt the top of the inflator module rearward in order to gain access to the SIR wiring.

Fig 3: Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module
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Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the inflator module.
Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the steering wheel.
Disconnect the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.

Fig 4: Identifying Connector Position Assurance (CPA) Retainer
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Cautions and Notices.
Remove the inflator module from the vehicle.
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 Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .