GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
  2. Important: Let the multifunction switch/SIR coil assembly hang freely after removal.

  3. Remove the steering column tilt head. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing Replacement.
  4. Remove the bearings from the tilt head.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the bearings into the steering column tilt head.
  2. Install the steering column tilt head. Refer to Steering Column Tilt Head Housing Replacement.
  3. Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.