Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN X (2002)
purposes only. DO NOT remove the steering column from the vehicle to perform this repair procedure.
8.
Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position to unlock the steering wheel.
9.
Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees so that the side of the SIR module is at the 12 o'clock position in order to gain access to the holes behind the
steering wheel.
10.
Insert a flat-bladed tool into the access hole and push the leaf spring in order to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.
11.
Turn the steering wheel 180 degrees in order to gain access to the remaining access hole.
12.
Insert a screwdriver into the remaining hole and push the leaf spring in order to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.
13.
Tilt the top of the inflator module rearward to gain access to the SIR wiring.
14.
Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the inflator module.
15.
Disconnect the SIR lead wire from the clip on the steering wheel.
16.
Disconnect the CPA retainer.
17.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Caution:
When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
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Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module.
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Make sure the bag opening points away from you.
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When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator
module rests. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
18.
Set the SIR module aside.
19.
Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotate the horn plunger 90 degrees.
20.
Remove the steering wheel retaining nut.
21.
Install the J 1859-A, Steering Wheel Puller, to the steering wheel.
22.
Remove the steering wheel using the J 1859-A.
23.
Remove the J 1859-A from the steering wheel.
24.
Remove the tilt lever.
