steering wheel air bag

[josua]

2004 xlr. The buttons on the steering wheel are screwing up, volume up and down and channel up and down, just worn out. I found one, looks brand new. Have to remove the air bag to change the trim with the buttons. Two screws behind the air bag. How do I remove the air bag (safely would be good)? Appreciate any input.

 

[luxuryrules]

https://charm.li/Cadillac/2004/XLR ...ervice and Repair/Steering Wheel Replacement/ Just says “remove steering wheel inflator module” which isn’t helpful haha. I’ll see what else I can find.

I disconnect the battery a half hour at least, before working on any airbags.

 

[luxuryrules]

There’s a removal tool J44298 and three spring loaded fasteners on the back of the steering wheel. Allegedly you insert the tool into a slot and pull the tool towards you (away from dashboard) to release the spring loaded fasteners. Looks like the tool is just two L shaped prongs hinged at the center: OEMTOOLS Air Bag Release Tool For Gm