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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2002 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 720529 Size: SH
  3. Remove the steering wheel rear bezel retaining screws  (1).
  4. Remove the steering wheel rear bezel (2).

    5. Object Number: 720531 Size: SH
  5. Insert a small, blunt ended tool into the access hole in the back of the steering wheel in order to push the switch out of the steering wheel.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 716666 Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector.
  2. Align the switch to the switch opening in the steering wheel.
  3. Snap the switch into the steering wheel.

    4. Object Number: 720529 Size: SH
  4. Install the steering wheel rear bezel (2).

    5. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the steering wheel rear bezel retaining screws (1).

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the steering wheel rear bezel retaining screws to 3 N·m (26 lb in).

  6. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.