GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: When you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, you must disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs.


    Object Number: 720528  Size: SH
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the steering wheel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
  3. Remove the steering wheel control switch by gently pulling it away from the steering wheel.
  4. Disconnect the steering wheel control switch electrical connector.
  5. Remove the steering wheel control switch from the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 720528  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector to the steering wheel control switch.
  2. Align the steering control switch engagement tabs to the steering wheel.
  3. Push in on the steering wheel control switch in order to secure the steering wheel control switch to the steering wheel.
  4. Install the steering wheel inflatable restraint module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
  5. Enable the SIR. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.