Horn Activation Requires High Effort (Replace Strg Whl Inflatable Restraint Mod)
| Subject: | Horn Activation Requires High Effort (Replace Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module) |
| Models: | 2000 Buick LeSabre |
| Built prior to VIN Breakpoints Y4216288 (Orion Plant) and YU249699 (Hamtramck Plant) |
Condition
Some customers may comment that the horn requires a high effort to actuate in cold weather.
Cause
As the outside air temperature drops, the steering wheel inflatable restraint module cover material may stiffen, requiring a high effort to make contact with the horn switch assembly.
Correction
Replace the steering wheel inflatable restraint module.
Refer to the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement procedures in the SIR sub-section of the Service Manual.
Parts Information
MODULE, STEERING WHEEL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT
Model | P/N | RPO |
|---|---|---|
LeSabre | 16822164 16822165 16822166 16823883 | 17I (Gray) 27I (Blue) 56I (Neutral) 77I (Red) |
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
C8835 | Module, Steering Wheel Inflator (SIR System) - R & R or Replace | Use published labor operation time |
