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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Escalade 🢒 Steering 🢒 Steering Wheel and Column 🢒 Steering Wheel Mass Damper Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 780090 Size: SH

    Caution: When performing service on or around the SIR components or the SIR wiring, follow the procedures listed below in order to temporarily disable the SIR system. Failure to follow the procedures could result in the following:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Otherwise unneeded SIR system repairs

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
  3. Remove the screws (1) retaining the mass damper to the steering wheel.
  4. Remove the mass damper (2) from the steering wheel (3).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 780090 Size: SH
  1. Install the mass damper (2) to the steering wheel.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the screws (1) retaining the mass damper to the steering wheel.

    3. Tighten
    tighten the mass damper mounting screws to 3 N·m (25 lb in).

  3. Install the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
  4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.