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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

   • Air bag deployment
   • Personal injury
   • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
   • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
   • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.


    Object Number: 143164  Size: SH
  1. Twist the self-locking screws to allow for the front of the sound insulator to drop down to remove the sound insulator.

  2. Object Number: 143165  Size: SH
  3. Remove the power steering control module (1) from the electrical connector.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 143165  Size: SH
  1. Install the power steering control module (1) to the electrical connector.

  2. Object Number: 143164  Size: SH
  3. Twist the self-locking screws to attach the sound insulator to the instrument panel to install the sound insulator.