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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 163 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSINFLATABLE RESTRAINT STEERING WHEEL MODULE COIL REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: A new roll connector is equipped with a yellow tab that is removed after the steering wheel is installed. This tab passes through the steering wheel.

Route the SIR wiring harness and horn/cruise connector down steering column.
Snap the SIR coil into position on the column.
Connect the SIR coil and horn/cruise electrical connectors.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Coil Connectors
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Attach the wiring harness clips to the bracket below the column.
Install the steering column covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
Install the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.