GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Important: Refer to SIR Service Precautions .


    Object Number: 217453  Size: SH
  1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels are pointing straight ahead.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.
  3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
  4. Remove the IP fuse block cover.
  5. Important: With the SIR Fuse removed and the ignition ON, the AIR BAG indicator illuminates. This is normal operation, and does not indicate an SIR system malfunction.

  6. Remove the SIR Fuse.

  7. Object Number: 217461  Size: SH
  8. Remove the LH insulator panel.
  9. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil connector located at the base of the steering column.
  10. Disconnect the steering wheel module coil connector.

  11. Object Number: 217468  Size: SH
  12. Remove the CPA from the inflatable restraint IP module connector located to the right of the steering column.
  13. Disconnect the IP module connector.