How do you remove the airbag from steering wheel on a 1999 gmc safari?

Answer 1

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Servicing the SIR System Caution in Cautions and Notices.

1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position to unlock the steering wheel.
3. Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees so the side of the SIR module is at the 12 o'clock position in order to gain access to the access holes behind the steering wheel.

1. Insert a screwdriver into each access hole and push the leaf spring in order to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.

1. Turn the steering wheel 180 degrees in order to gain access to the remaining access holes.
2. Insert a screwdriver into the remaining holes and push the leaf spring in order to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.

1. Tilt the top of the inflator module rearward to gain access to the SIR wiring.

1. Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the inflator module.
2. Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the steering wheel.
3. Disconnect the Connector Position Assurance (CPA)retainer.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

Caution: When carrying a Live inflator module, make sure the bag opening is pointed away from you. This minimizes the chance of injury in the case of an accidental deployment. Never carry the inflator module by the wires. Never carry the inflator module by the connector on the underside of the module.

Make sure that the bag and trim cover are facing up whenever you place a live inflator module on any surface. This is necessary to provide a free space for the bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.

Never rest the steering column assembly on the steering wheel with the inflator module face down, and the column vertical. This may result in personal injury.

1. Remove the inflator module from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Caution: When carrying a live inflator module, make sure the bag opening is pointed away from you. This minimizes the chance of injury in the case of an accidental deployment. Never carry the inflator module by the wires. Never carry the inflator module by the connector on the underside of the module.

Make sure that the bag and trim cover are facing up whenever you place a live inflator module on any surface. This is necessary to provide a free space for the bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.

Never rest the steering column assembly on the steering wheel with the inflator module face down, and the column vertical. This may result in personal injury.

1. Connect the SIR electrical connector.
2. Connect the CPA retainer to the SIR connector.
3. Connect the SIR lead wire to the clip on the steering wheel.
4. Connect the SIR lead wire to the clip on the inflator module.

Important: Ensure that the wiring is not exposed or trapped between the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module and the steering wheel.

1. Press the inflator module into the steering wheel firmly enough that the module engages and latches the notched pins in the leaf springs.
2. Rotate the steering wheel back into the straight position.
3. Enable the SIR system.