Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Saturn L300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Inflator Module Removal
- Disable the SIR System. (Refer to DISABLING SYSTEM .)
- Turn steering wheel to 3 o'clock position.
- Remove inflator module by inserting a stubby flat blade screw driver into the triangle shaped hole in rear steering wheel shroud.
- Turn screw driver to release spring fastener, while lifting up on corner of bag closest to that fastener.
- Repeat for second fastener.
- Turn steering wheel to 9 o'clock position.
- Repeat steps 4 - 5 until all spring fasteners are released.
- Disconnect inflator module harness and horn lead.
- Remove inflator module.
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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.
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