SRX RWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
INFLATABLE RESTRAINT STEERING WHEEL MODULE REPLACEMENT
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 44298 Driver Air Bag Removal Tool
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3.
CAUTION:
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Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Caution in Service Precautions.
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A deployed dual stage inflator module will look the same whether one or both stages were used. Always assume a deployed dual stage
inflator module has an active stage 2. Improper handling or servicing can activate the inflator module and cause personal injury.
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Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
2. On the back side of the steering wheel are 3 openings for removing the steering wheel module.
3. Adjust and install J 44298 into 1 of the holes.
4. Pull the handle of the air bag tool away from the instrument panel (I/P) releasing one of the spring loaded fasteners.
IMPORTANT: Seat the air bag removal tool all the way in to perform properly.
5. Repeat this step for the other 2 fasteners.
6. Pull the inflatable restraint module gently away from the steering wheel.
7. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (4) and the electrical connector from the steering wheel module.
IMPORTANT: Note the wire routing positions on the steering wheel module connectors, the redundant control routing positions, and the horn wire
routing positions for the correct assembly.
8. Remove the horn contact lead (2) from the steering column cam tower.
9. Remove the steering wheel module (5).
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect the horn contact lead into the steering column cam tower.
