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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 322946  Size: SH

    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 inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Trim Covers, Shift Lever Seal - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
  3. Remove the wire harness assembly (1) from the wire harness strap (2).
  4. Remove and dispose of the smaller wire harness straps.

  5. Object Number: 415294  Size: SH
  6. Remove the retaining ring (3) from the steering shaft assembly by using snap ring pliers.
  7. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (2) from the steering shaft assembly.
  8. Remove the wave washer (1) from the steering shaft assembly.