Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Swift +, 2005 Pontiac Wave, and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
- Remove the screws from the upper and lower steering column covers, and remove the covers.
- Remove the driver side knee bolster or instrument panel lower cover.
- Disconnect the driver air bag, horn, and connectors from the lower steering column.
- Remove the screws and discard them.
- Remove the clock spring from the steering shaft.
CAUTION:
The sensing and the diagnosis module (SDM) can maintain sufficient voltage to deploy the airbags and pretensioners for up to 1 minute after the ignition has been turned OFF and the fuse has been removed. If the airbags and pretensioners are not disconnected, do not begin service until one minute has been passed after disconnecting power to the SDM. Failure to do so may cause personal injury.
CAUTION:
Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution
in Cautions and Notices.