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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 293254  Size: SH
  1. Align the block tooth on the steering shaft assembly (1) to the 12 o'clock position.

  2. Object Number: 588342  Size: SH

    Important: A new inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil is pre-centered. Do not remove the centering tab from the new inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil until the installation is complete.

  3. If installing the existing inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil it must be centered first. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Coil Centering - Off Vehicle .
  4. Align the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (4) with the horn tower on the turn signal cancel cam assembly (1).
  5. Slide the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (4) onto the steering shaft assembly (2).
  6. Firmly seat the retaining ring (3) into the groove on the steering shaft assembly (2).
  7. Remove and discard the centering tab from the new inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (4).
  8. Caution: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Coil Caution in the Preface section.

  9. Connect the connector of the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil to the wire harness assembly.
  10. Install the upper and lower trim cover. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Assemble - Off Vehicle .
  11. Install the steering column into the vehicle. Refer to Steering Column Replacement .
  12. Install the steering wheel onto the steering column. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
  13. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.