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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Prizm 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Always disable the SIR system when servicing the SIR components, or the SIR wiring. Failure to follow the disabling procedures could result in possible deployment, personal injury, or otherwise unneeded SIR system repairs.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Place the front wheels in the straight ahead position.

    3. Object Number: 363398 Size: SH
  3. Remove the steering wheel opening covers (4, 8).
  4. Loosen the inflatable restraint module bolts (3, 9) to unfasten the inflatable restraint module (1).

    5. Object Number: 244073 Size: SH
  5. Release the inflator module connector position assurance (CPA) (3).
  6. Disconnect the inflator module connector (1).
  7. Remove the inflatable restraint module (2).
  8. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling, Shipping, and Scrapping .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 244073 Size: SH

    Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:

       • Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
       • Make sure the bag opening points away from you
    When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.

  1. Connect the inflator module electrical connector (1).
  2. Connect the inflator module CPA (3).
  3. Install the inflatable restraint module (2).

    4. Object Number: 363398 Size: SH

    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.

  4. Tighten the inflatable restraint module bolts (3,9).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 8.8 N·m (78 lb in).

  5. Install the steering wheel opening covers (4,8).
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.