K 2500 Truck 4WD V8-5.3L VIN T (1999)
Air Bag Inflator Module: Service and Repair
Inflator Module
Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement
Removal Procedure
Caution: When performing service on or around the SIR components or SIR wiring, follow the procedure listed below in order to temporarily
disable the SIR system. Failure to follow this procedure could result in the following:
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Air bag deployment.
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Personal injury.
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Otherwise unneeded SIR system repairs.
1. Disable the supplemental Inflatable Restraint (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 SIP module is at the 12 O'clock position in order to gain access to access holes behind the
steering wheel.
4. Insert a screwdriver into each access hole and push the leaf spring to release the notched pin that retains the inflator module.