| Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel | |
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Jack the R Master
Joined : 2007-01-16 Post Count : 8070 Merit : 105
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Tue Apr 28, 2009 11:32 pm | |
| I googled around and I don't think there is any such beast, let alone one that would match the lines of the Riv's interior.
What's wrong with your stock wheel? If the paint's wearing off, repaint it with SEM. It'll be a PITA to pull, but good as new afterwards. | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Apr 29, 2009 1:07 pm | |
| Thanks for the response guys! Yeah the paint is wearing off. I used Windex to clean the interior ( only use soap and water ) and it took off some of the color and soon after it started to look worse, the two pieces on either side are turning black. I guess I took off the protective coating and now it makes the rest of the interior look bad. I know it can be painted, but I think the woodgrain would look sharp. I knew I would regret not buying the one I saw awhile back. If anyone comes across anything, let me know please, Thanks!
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EatDirtFartDust Fanatic
Name : The Josh Age : 41 Location : Somewhere between Sullivan and Saint Peters Missouri. Joined : 2009-03-27 Post Count : 284 Merit : 2
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Apr 29, 2009 2:10 pm | |
| Ooh, on a side note, can you get some more pictures of that woodgrain you have inside? I have the same interior and am trying to figure out which woodgrain kit to buy.
Also, the guy we use at my work for repairing interior trim, has a kit he can install for about $170 that would put a woodgrain panel across the top, and new stitched leather all round the rest. But he's here in St. Louis. | |
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deekster_caddy Master
Name : Derek Age : 52 Location : Reading, MA Joined : 2007-01-31 Post Count : 7717 Merit : 109
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Apr 29, 2009 2:26 pm | |
| I like the exterior paint color, nice!
I thought I saw somebody put a caddy STS woodgrain-ish wheel on one. Seems like it shouldn't be too difficult. | |
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Jack the R Master
Joined : 2007-01-16 Post Count : 8070 Merit : 105
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:00 pm | |
| - deekster_caddy wrote:
- I like the exterior paint color, nice!
I thought I saw somebody put a caddy STS woodgrain-ish wheel on one. Seems like it shouldn't be too difficult. IIRC Corey was talking about it and the rest of us talked him down. No way the angular STS wheel will work in a curvy Riv interior. | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Apr 29, 2009 6:57 pm | |
| - EatDirtFartDust wrote:
- Ooh, on a side note, can you get some more pictures of that woodgrain you have inside? I have the same interior and am trying to figure out which woodgrain kit to buy.
Also, the guy we use at my work for repairing interior trim, has a kit he can install for about $170 that would put a woodgrain panel across the top, and new stitched leather all round the rest. But he's here in St. Louis. Here is a pic of the woodgrain in my car, I think it's called Burl Oak... Too bad your co-worker doesn't sell that kit on-line. | |
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EatDirtFartDust Fanatic
Name : The Josh Age : 41 Location : Somewhere between Sullivan and Saint Peters Missouri. Joined : 2009-03-27 Post Count : 284 Merit : 2
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Apr 29, 2009 8:55 pm | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Dec 09, 2009 6:30 pm | |
| Well, I found a few places that will either wrap leather around your entire steering wheel or do a combination of leather and woodgrain. The problem is, you have to send them your steering wheel core, it takes awhile to do and the cost is still significant. So I am thinking of either taking mine off and painting it or replacing it with another stock steering wheel. However, I am having trouble finding a Riv steering wheel in my color, so my question is, does any other Buick have the same exact steering wheel as us? | |
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Rickw Guru
Name : Rick Location : Lancaster, MA Joined : 2008-09-13 Post Count : 6282 Merit : 119
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Dec 09, 2009 8:54 pm | |
| Take a look at this product and see if will help with your steering wheel.? www.leatherique.com./ | |
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albertj Master
Name : Location : Finger Lakes of New York State Joined : 2007-05-31 Post Count : 8685 Merit : 181
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Dec 09, 2009 11:19 pm | |
| - BMD wrote:
- Well, I found a few places that will either wrap leather around your entire steering wheel or do a combination of leather and woodgrain. The problem is, you have to send them your steering wheel core, it takes awhile to do and the cost is still significant. So I am thinking of either taking mine off and painting it or replacing it with another stock steering wheel. However, I am having trouble finding a Riv steering wheel in my color, so my question is, does any other Buick have the same exact steering wheel as us?
I ws emailing back and forth with Ed Morad about this. I failed to explain to him that I wanted a sound steering wheel but it did not have to have all the paint on it, because I planned to have it refinished. I'd just prefer to have it in Toreador Red so that it's not hard for the refinisher to match the paint. Albertj | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Thu Dec 10, 2009 9:10 am | |
| - albertj wrote:
- I ws emailing back and forth with Ed Morad about this. I failed to explain to him that I wanted a sound steering wheel but it did not have to have all the paint on it, because I planned to have it refinished. I'd just prefer to have it in Toreador Red so that it's not hard for the refinisher to match the paint.
Albertj Thats pretty much my thought, finding a replacement steering wheel in the same colour will reduce the amount of coats you need to use to cover the original. The main reason I would like to find a second wheel is because I need to continue driving my Riv while I prep and paint the other before installation. The other reason is because my wheel has lost almost all of the texture on it. But my question remains... did any other Buick use the exact same steering wheel used in the Riv? Here is a link to what looks like a good product... http://www.parasolinc.com @ Rick. Thanks for your link aswell, but I think my steering wheel is too far gone for that. | |
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duckstu Member
Name : Stuart Joined : 2009-11-23 Post Count : 86 Merit : 10
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Thu Dec 10, 2009 10:09 am | |
| What about having it recovered by a really good upholstery place?
Perhaps you can buy a beat up wheel from a salvage yard cheap to use while your red one is being redone?
I too have a red wheel,...and that and the left upper seat boulster are the only things that don't look really good.
I've been keeping an eye on ebay and such for a nicer used wheel,...but I haven;t seen anything come up in any color. So I don't have much hope in finding one. | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Mon Apr 26, 2010 10:04 pm | |
| I've got a new steering wheel I want to put in the car soon and since it looks like I will be replacing my battery I thought this would be the perfect time to remove the airbag, so I wanted to ask if this procedure I found on-line for removing GM steering wheels is correct?
Before disabling the Supplemental Restraint System (SIR), turn ignition to the ON position and observe the air bag lamp in dash. This lamp should flash 7 times and then go out. If lamp remains on before or after the 7 flashes, a problem exists in the system and MUST be repaired before proceeding with the disabling procedure.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and remove the air bag fuse from the fuse panel
Disconnect the orange connector position assurance clip (CPA) from yellow SIR connector under dash.
1. Position the steering wheel so that it is pointed straight ahead. Write down all of your radio presets as these may be lost when you disconnect the battery cable. 2. NOTICE - Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least 1 full minute for the circuit to completely discharge before proceeding. CAUTION: Failure to fully deplete the backup power supply could result in an accidental deployment and possible injury. 3. Using a 3-4mm (1/8”-5/32”) Allen wrench release the 2 spring fasteners by pushing inward through the access holes. The access holes are located on both sides of the rear plastic steering wheel shroud. 4. Lift and partially remove the airbag module from the steering wheel in order to expose the electrical connectors on the back side. Take care not to pull on any of the wiring. 5. The airbag electrical connections have a safety locking connector-position assurance (CPA) clip that must be disconnected before you can remove the electrical connectors from the module. 6. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the airbag module. 7. Remove the airbag module from the steering wheel and place the module face up on the floor, seat or work bench. If you carry the module make sure the trim cover is pointed AWAY from your body.
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Abaddon Expert
Name : Scott Location : Macomb, Michigan Joined : 2010-02-24 Post Count : 4315 Merit : 185
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Mon Apr 26, 2010 10:21 pm | |
| The only thing that will happen is the Airbag light will be on and......that's it. SRS won't work until you plug it back in. | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Mon Apr 26, 2010 11:10 pm | |
| Cool, but I just wanted to make sure if this process is correct? and if leaving an air bag off for an undetermined amount of time is OK? | |
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AA Administrator
Name : Aaron Age : 47 Location : C-bus, Ohio Joined : 2007-01-13 Post Count : 18452 Merit : 252
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Mon Apr 26, 2010 11:14 pm | |
| Anyone who tries this, please be careful. Make sure you are never in front of the steering wheel at any time during the procedure. _________________ '05 GTO 6.0L • 6-spd • 95k miles • 0-60: 4.8s • 16.9 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:26'95 Celica GT 2.2L • 5-spd • 165k miles • 0-60: yes'98 SC Riviera • 281k miles • 298 HP/370 TQ • 0-60: 5.79s • ET: 13.97 @ 99.28 • 4087 lb • 20.1 avg MPG • Nelson Ledges Lap: 1:30 3.4" pulley • AL104 plugs • 180º t-stat • FWI w/K&N • 1.9:1 rockers • OR pushrods • LS6 valve springs • SLP headers • ZZP fuel rails KYB GR2 struts • MaxAir shocks • Addco sway bars • UMI bushings • GM STB • Enkei 18" EV5s w/ Dunlop DZ101s • F-body calipers EBC bluestuff/Hawk HP plus • SS lines • Brembo slotted discs • DHP tuned • Aeroforce • Hidden Hitch^^^ SOLD ^^^ '70 Ninety-Eight Holiday Coupe 455cid • 116k miles^^^ SOLD ^^^ | |
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Abaddon Expert
Name : Scott Location : Macomb, Michigan Joined : 2010-02-24 Post Count : 4315 Merit : 185
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Mon Apr 26, 2010 11:22 pm | |
| As long as you disconnect the battery, and your not probing around with a test light, you'll be ok.
I've only seen 1 airbag go off on someone during repairs, but that's cause the dumb ass FA!LED to abide by those rules and had the key on.....btw it was an entire side-curtain in a Yukon. | |
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BMD Aficionado
Name : BMD Location : Canada Joined : 2009-04-28 Post Count : 1161 Merit : 36
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Tue Jul 20, 2010 11:09 pm | |
| Well I followed the instructions I found online and successfully dis-armed the air bag system and switched my steering wheel. There are a few differences from the instructions in my first post. DO THIS REPAIR AT YOUR OWN RISK. I DO NOT TAKE ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY INJURIES THAT INDIVIDUALS MAY SUFFER FOLLOWING THESE INSTRUCTIONS!Before disabling the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), turn ignition to the ON position and observe the air bag lamp in dash. This lamp should flash 7 times and then go out. If lamp remains on before or after the 7 flashes, a problem exists in the system and MUST be repaired before proceeding with the disabling procedure. Position the steering wheel so that you can reach the 2 spring fasteners. Take the keys out of the ignition and put aside. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least 1 full minute for the circuit to completely discharge before proceeding. I wasn't in any hurry so I waited overnight, and also removed the positive cable. CAUTION: Failure to fully deplete the backup power supply could result in an accidental deployment and possible injury. Remove the air bag fuse from the fuse panel Disconnect the blue connector position assurance clip (CPA) from yellow SIR connector under dash. To get to it you will have to remove the black plastic cover under the knee bolster by removing three 7mm screws. You will also have to unscrew the under dash courtesy light. I had to lie down on the floor to get to the SIR connector. It would be easier to get to if you remove the knee bolster, but that would require removing the dash, which I didn't want to do. 3. Using a 3-4mm (1/8”-5/32”) Allen wrench, release the 2 spring fasteners by pushing inward through the access holes. The access holes are located on both sides of the rear plastic steering wheel shroud. You could also use a ratchet and allen bit as I did. 4. Lift and partially remove the airbag module from the steering wheel in order to expose the electrical connectors on the back side. Take care not to pull on any of the wiring. 5. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the airbag module. The airbag electrical connections have a green safety locking connector-position assurance (CPA) clip that must be disconnected before you can remove the electrical connectors from the module. B, is the horn connection and C, is the ground for the horn, you pull both of these out. Once you have the horn connector out, you will see a spring. This spring can be stretched to increase the tension to provide better contact and for sensitive honking. I also lightly sanded the copper end on the horn connector, just to create a clean connection. 6. Remove the airbag module from the steering wheel and place the module face up on the floor, seat or work bench. If you carry the module make sure the trim cover is pointed AWAY from your body. Using a 13/16 socket, remove the nut that tightens the steering wheel to the column. Next, use a steering wheel puller tool, to remove the steering wheel. Your gonna have to crank on it and eventually it’ll pop off. This is what you’ll see when you’re all done. Here is what my steering wheel looked like…. This is the steering wheel I got from the wreckers before and after. I realized when I got home from the wreckers that it doesn’t have the stitching that the Riv’s steering wheel has. Still, it looks 100% better than my original wheel. One day I plan to put the Rivs' wheel there but not anytime soon. Hope this helps someone and remember to take all precautions seriously when doing this repair.
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Cmurphy Member
Name : Charlie Murphy Age : 40 Location : Lincoln, NE Joined : 2010-05-10 Post Count : 53 Merit : 1
| Subject: After Market Steering wheel? Sun Jan 30, 2011 6:42 pm | |
| Has anyone installed a aftermarket steering wheel?
Mine looks terrible and i really don't want the air bag cause i'm really tall the only thing i'd miss is the radio controls but they are all worn off and just look bad too. | |
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turtleman Expert
Name : Codith Age : 37 Location : Villa Park, IL Joined : 2007-02-08 Post Count : 3671 Merit : 140
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Sun Jan 30, 2011 6:47 pm | |
| I installed now two Grant wheels. With the adapter, they fit great. If you want to get a product by Grant, I'd recommend the signature series. the horn button design kinda sucks on the Challenger series. The airbag light will come on once you remove the OEM steering wheel. I'm not for sure but I'd guess it the system probably disables the passenger side air bag as a result of that "malfunction" state. | |
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Cmurphy Member
Name : Charlie Murphy Age : 40 Location : Lincoln, NE Joined : 2010-05-10 Post Count : 53 Merit : 1
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Sun Jan 30, 2011 7:27 pm | |
| - turtleman wrote:
- I installed now two Grant wheels. With the adapter, they fit great. If you want to get a product by Grant, I'd recommend the signature series. the horn button design kinda sucks on the Challenger series.
The airbag light will come on once you remove the OEM steering wheel. I'm not for sure but I'd guess it the system probably disables the passenger side air bag as a result of that "malfunction" state. Do you know which adapter you used? I have a Grant challenger series sitting in my garage and a elite sitting in my other car that i might swap out to put in the riviera. | |
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sburch23 Addict
Name : Scott Location : Roswell, GA Joined : 2007-04-02 Post Count : 547 Merit : 14
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Mon Jan 31, 2011 7:12 pm | |
| Could the new Regal GS wheel be installed? | |
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BlownRiv Member
Name : Name Joined : 2009-10-10 Post Count : 66 Merit : 4
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Tue Feb 01, 2011 6:41 am | |
| - sburch23 wrote:
- Could the new Regal GS wheel be installed?
Doubtful. In fact you will be hard pressed to find any GM wheel from the early 2000's on that will slip on your column. Have a look at the 'teeth' on the inside of the newer steering wheels compared to an older one. What will fit is older buick wheels. Or most other GM wheels for that matter. | |
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chitown_riv98 Fanatic
Name : Ruben Age : 43 Location : Illinois Joined : 2008-03-10 Post Count : 399 Merit : 4
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Feb 12, 2014 2:32 am | |
| Is there anyway to shut the Airbag warning light off with an aftermarket steering wheel? Im thinking there has to be a way to ground something out so the light goes out. | |
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robotennis61 Guru
Name : robotennis Age : 63 Location : las vegas Joined : 2007-12-17 Post Count : 5562 Merit : 143
| Subject: Re: Write-Up: Disabling and Removing the Airbag Module & Steering Wheel Wed Feb 12, 2014 3:19 am | |
| - chitown_riv98 wrote:
- Is there anyway to shut the Airbag warning light off with an aftermarket steering wheel? Im thinking there has to be a way to ground something out so the light goes out.
Pull the dash and then the cluster and remove the bulb.Works every time. | |
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