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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Sensing and Diagnostic Module Voltage after Ignition is Turned Off Warning in the Preface section.

    Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1618032  Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
  2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.
  3. Remove the steering column covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.
  4. Disconnect the horn connector (1).
  5. Disconnect the steering wheel module coil connector (2).

  6. Object Number: 1618036  Size: SH
  7. Remove the 4 steering wheel module coil screws (2).
  8. Remove the steering wheel module coil (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1618036  Size: SH
  1. Ensure the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.
  2. Center the steering wheel module coil (1), if necessary. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering.
  3. Install the steering wheel module coil (1). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  5. Install the steering wheel module coil fasteners (2) and tighten to 1 N·m (11 lb in)

  6. Object Number: 1618032  Size: SH
  7. Connect the horn connector (1).
  8. Connect the steering wheel module coil connector (2).
  9. Install the steering column covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement
  10. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement.
  11. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.