What precaution should be taken when refitting an airbag to a steering wheel?
Always sit upright – don’t lean against the door. Don’t attach anything to the center of the steering wheel, or to any other surface covering an air bag. Don’t use seat covers that cover the side air bag on either front seat. If an air bag cover is cracked or damaged, have it replaced.
How do you remove airbag from steering wheel?
For some applications the bolts will be retained in the wheel and will not come out which is normal. Once one side has been removed or released turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction 180°. Then locate and loosen or remove the opposing mounting bolt or retainer clip. Gently grasp the assembly while pulling it away from the steering wheel.
Where are the airbags located on a GM car?
This will unlock the wheel and allow you to move it in either direction and help you access the mounting bolts or release clips (On Gm vehicles) which are located on the backside of the steering wheel cover. Now grasp the steering wheel and turn it 90 ° locating the first mounting bolt or clip upward.
Why does the airbag light come on when the steering wheel is turned?
Worn out circuit bands on the clock spring will send a soft-code error to the airbag control module, which activates the airbag light. When the steering wheel is turned, the pressure is received by the internal wiring.
What should I do if I need to replace my airbag?
If replacing the unit because of deployment inspect and match the electrical connectors, they should be identical. Once repairs are completed such as removing the steering wheel to replace the turn signal switch, cruise control or ignition switch simply reinstall the airbag by reversing these steps.
For some applications the bolts will be retained in the wheel and will not come out which is normal. Once one side has been removed or released turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction 180°. Then locate and loosen or remove the opposing mounting bolt or retainer clip. Gently grasp the assembly while pulling it away from the steering wheel.
This will unlock the wheel and allow you to move it in either direction and help you access the mounting bolts or release clips (On Gm vehicles) which are located on the backside of the steering wheel cover. Now grasp the steering wheel and turn it 90 ° locating the first mounting bolt or clip upward.
What happens if you remove the steering wheel?
Anytime a steering wheel is removed for any reason, there is a possibility that the horn, airbag or other systems might be damaged.
If replacing the unit because of deployment inspect and match the electrical connectors, they should be identical. Once repairs are completed such as removing the steering wheel to replace the turn signal switch, cruise control or ignition switch simply reinstall the airbag by reversing these steps.