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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 479 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING WHEEL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT MODULE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Canyon and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Wheel Electrical Connectors

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Position the inflatable restraint module to the steering wheel.
Connect the electrical connectors (1) to the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
Connect the horn electrical connector (3).

Fig 2: View Of Leaf Spring Fasteners

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Position the 4 alignment posts of the inflatable restraint module to the holes that are located on the steering wheel housing.
Push the inflatable restraint module into the steering wheel to engage and latch the leaf spring fasteners (1).
After installation, pull up on the sides of the inflatable restraint module to ensure the leaf spring fasteners are engaged.
Enable the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .

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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.