Driver's Inflator Module

INFLATOR MODULE SIR

CAUTION: To avoid deployment when troubleshooting the SIR system, do not use electrical test equipment such as a battery powered or AC powered voltmeter, ohmmeter, etc., or any type of electrical equipment other than that specified in this manual. Do not use a non-powered probe type tester. Instructions In this manual must be followed carefully, otherwise personal injury may result.

Oldsmobile:

Buick:

Remove or Disconnect

1. Disable SIR System.
2. On Oldsmobile model, remove steering wheel inserts covering mounting screws.
3. Screws from back of steering wheel.
4. Inflator module. Note wire routing for assembly reference.

CAUTION: When carrying a live inflator module, make sure bag and trim cover are pointed away from you. Never carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the underside of the module. In case of an accidental deployment, the bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury. When placing a live inflator module on a bench or other surface, always face the bag and trim cover up, away from the surface. Never rest a steering column on the steering wheel with the inflator module face down and column vertical. This is necessary so that a free space is provided to allow air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment. Otherwise personal injury may result.

5. Push down and twist horn contact lead counterclockwise, and remove from cam tower.
6. Horn ground lead.
7. Retainer (CPA) from inflator module.
8. SIR connector from inflator module.
9. Steering wheel control switch connector, if equipped.

Install or Connect

1. SIR connector to inflator module.
2. Retainer (CPA) to inflator module.
3. Route horn contact lead through steering wheel and into cam tower; push lead into cam tower and rotate clockwise into locked position.
4. Horn ground lead.
5. Steering wheel control switch connector, if equipped.
6. Inflator module to steering wheel. Install top surface of module first to ease assembly and fit. Do not pinch any wires.
7. Screws through back of steering wheel to inflator module.

Tighten
Screws to 3 N.m (27 lb. in.).

8. On Oldsmobile, install steering wheel inserts.
9. Enable SIR system.