Thread: Steering Wheel Removal

I have to replace my steering wheel. Looked at my AllData and seems straight forward. Never worked with air bags before, so I'm a little nervous. I don't want to disconnect the battery (if possible) as you need to turn the wheel to remove the airbag.

Here is what my AllData says for the air bag:

1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels are pointing straight ahead.
2. Turn OFF the ignition.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
4. Remove the IP fuse block cover.
IMPORTANT: With the SIR Fuse removed and the ignition ON, the AIR BAG indicator illuminates. This is normal operation, and does not indicatean SIR system malfunction.
5. Remove the SIR Fuse.
6. Remove the LH insulator panel.
7. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil connector located at the base of thesteering column.
8. Disconnect the steering wheel module coil connector
9. Remove the CPA from the inflatable restraint IP module connector located to the right of the steering column.
10. Disconnect the IP module connector.


Anything else they might not talk about? I've also heard people say to let the airbag sit for 30 minutes after disconnecting, as it may hold a charge. Agree? Disagree? Comments?

Planning to do this when the rain stops, which may not be for a few months. LOL

ive actually took the bag off and unplugged it, battery fuse, everything on, key off tho. this way you can fire it up and turn the wheel so the holes are at the top to work the spring lock free.

Thanks guys. Last thing I want to do is post pictures of me getting punched in the face by the airbag. LOL

I will post my results when I get 'er done.