Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement (1.6/1.8L)

Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Coil Replacement (1.6/1.8L)

Removal Procedure





Caution: Refer to Sensing and Diagnostic Module Voltage after Ignition is Turned Off Caution Sensing and Diagnostic Module Voltage after Ignition is Turned Off Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (1.6/1.8L) Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (1.6/1.8L)Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (2.0L) Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (2.0L).
3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement (Without SIR) Steering Wheel Replacement (Without SIR)Steering Wheel Replacement (With SIR) Steering Wheel Replacement (With SIR) in Steering Wheel and Column.
4. Remove the screws from the upper and lower steering column covers, and remove the covers.
5. Remove the driver side knee bolster or instrument panel lower cover.
6. Disconnect the driver air bag, horn, and connectors from the lower steering column.
7. Remove the screws and discard them.
8. Remove the clock spring from the steering shaft.

Installation Procedure





Caution: When servicing the steering column, the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System clock spring must be centered for proper steering wheel operation. Failure to properly center the SIR clock spring may result in reduced turnability of the steering wheel causing the vehicle to improperly maneuver and may cause the SIR system to be inoperative.

1. Install the clock spring from the steering shaft.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Install new mounting screws.

Tighten the clock spring screws to 3 Nm (27 lb in).

3. Connect the driver air bag, horn, and connectors to the lower steering column.
4. Install the driver side knee bolster or instrument panel lower cover.
5. Install the upper and lower steering column covers and screws.
6. Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement (Without SIR) Steering Wheel Replacement (Without SIR)Steering Wheel Replacement (With SIR) Steering Wheel Replacement (With SIR) in Steering Wheel and Column.
7. Install the driver air bag. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (1.6/1.8L) Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (1.6/1.8L)Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (2.0L) Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (2.0L).
8. Inspect the alignment of the clock spring. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Centering in Steering Wheel and Column.
9. Connect the negative battery cable.