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    Object Number: 419658  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. Important: Before performing the following procedures, check the fused jumper assembly for burned 2 amp fuses.

  3. Remove the upper and lower trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers - Disassemble - Off Vehicle .
  4. Remove the wire harness assembly from the wire restraint clip (1).
  5. Remove the wire harness straps.

  6. Object Number: 419663  Size: SH
  7. Remove the black inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil connector from the fused jumper assembly connector.

  8. Object Number: 419665  Size: SH
  9. Remove the retaining ring (1) using snap ring pliers.
  10. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (2).
  11. Remove the wave washer (3).