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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1422 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING WHEEL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT MODULE COIL REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
Removal Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Removal Procedure
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- The steering column
- The intermediate shaft(s)
- The steering gear
- Verify the following before removing the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil:
- The wheels on the vehicle are straight ahead.
- That anti-rotation pin J 42640 is installed or the ignition and start switch is in the LOCK position.
- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Steering Wheel Replacement .
- Remove the steering column shroud. Refer to Steering Column Shroud Replacement .
- Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
- Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil retaining ring (2) and discard it. DO NOT reuse the ring.
- Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil (1) from the steering shaft.
- If replacing, discard the old inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil.
CAUTION:
With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.
After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.
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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.