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AIR BAG REMOVAL:

1.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

2.
Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.

3.
Rotate the steering wheel ½ turn in order to access the screws to the steering wheel inflator module at the back of the steering wheel.

4.
Use a T30 TORX® in order to remove the inflator module screws.

5.
Gently pull the inflator module from the steering wheel.

6.
Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the yellow SIR electrical connector.

7.
Disconnect the yellow SIR electrical connector from the steering wheel inflator module.

8.
Disconnect the horn ground lead from the steering wheel.

9.
Rotate the horn contact lead (2) counterclockwise ¼ turn in order to remove the horn contact lead from the steering column shaft tower.

10.
Remove the steering wheel inflator module

STEERING WHEELO REMOVAL

4.

Remove the steering wheel nut (1).

Notice: When removing the steering wheel with the specified steering wheel puller and the steering wheel adapter legs, ensure that the left leg tab is down and the right leg tab is up. This will prevent the steering wheel and puller from binding and will prevent damage to the steering column's integrity.

5.
Remove the steering wheel using J 1859-A  (1) and J 42120  (2).

6.
Disconnect the electrical connectors (4) from the column.

7.
Route the electrical connectors (4) through the steering wheel opening.

8.
Remove the steering wheel (2) from the vehicle.