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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2009 🢒 Caprice WM 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disable the SDM, refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  2. Rotate the steering wheel 90 degrees from the straight-ahead position to expose the access aperture hole in the rear of the steering wheel hub.
  3. Using tool no. EL-48508 , insert into the aperture and pivot towards the instrument panel moving the tool in an outward direction. This will relieve the tension on the spring-loaded retaining clips. The inflatable restraint assembly will move slightly away from the steering wheel. Rotate the steering wheel 180 degrees to expose the remaining access aperture hole. Repeat for other side.
  4. Carefully lift the steering wheel inflatable restraint assembly away from the steering wheel and disconnect the wiring harness connectors (Orange and Blue) from the rear assembly.

    5. Object Number: 1959109 Size: SH
  5. Using a suitable tool, press in on the locking tab (1) while lifting the connector (2) away from the module.
  6. Remove the black earth connector from the bottom of the steering wheel inflatable restraint assembly.
  7. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1959109 Size: SH
  1. Connect the wiring harness connectors (2) to the corresponding colours on the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
  2. Connect the black earth connector on the bottom of the steering wheel inflatable restraint assembly.
  3. Align the steering wheel module firmly into the steering wheel assembly applying even pressure to the module until you hear a click.
  4. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
  5. After replacing the module, deploy the old module before disposal. If the module replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .
  6. If re-programming is required. Refer to Control Module References .