Remove

Service Repair No. 86.30.02

CAUTION:

• Do not disassemble the slip ring. It has no serviceable parts and has to be replaced as a complete assembly.
• Replace the slip ring every 10 years.
• The slip ring is a special part for models equipped with SRS. When replacing, be sure to use only a genuine Rover part.
• Make sure the wheels are aligned straight ahead.

Remove

1. Remove key from starter switch and disconnect both battery leads, earth lead first.
2. Wait 10 minutes to allow SRS back – up power circuit to discharge before commencing work.
3. Remove drivers airbag module, see Drivers airbag module.
4. Remove steering wheel, see Steering wheel.
5. Remove steering column nacelle, see Steering column nacelle.

6. Disconnect the SRS main harness connector from slip ring.
7. Remove 4 screws securing slip ring to column switch assembly.
8. Remove slip ring.

Refit

1. Position slip ring to column switch assembly and secure with screws.
2. Connect SRS main harness connector to slip ring.
3. Fit steering column nacelle, see Steering column nacelle.
4. Fit steering wheel, see Steering wheel.
5. Fit drivers airbag module, see Drivers airbag module.
6. Connect both battery leads, earth lead last.
7. Confirm correct system operation by turning the starter switch to position 'II'. The SRS warning light should illuminate for approximately three seconds and then go off.