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To remove

  1. Ignition switch in the OFF position.
  2. Turn the steering wheel to the straight ahead position.
  3. Remove the airbag from the steering wheel, 2 screws and plugs.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 3
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  4. Lift out the airbag slightly from the steering wheel and detach the connectors from the Velcro tape.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 4-6
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  5. Disconnect the wires on the back of the airbag.
  6. Undo the steering wheel nut a few turns and pull up the steering wheel so it comes loose from the steering column.
  7. Remove the steering wheel nut and washer.
  8. Pull up the steering wheel far enough to access the connector on the contact roller.

    Unplug the steering wheel harness connector from the contact roller. Make sure the contact roller mechanism is secure.

    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 8, 10-11
    G03744786Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Lift off the steering wheel.
  10. Remove the upper and lower steering column covers, 3 screws.
  11. Remove the windscreen wiper stalk switch.
  12. Cut the cable tie.
  13. Unplug the contact roller connector.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Step 13-15
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  14. Remove the screws securing the contact roller, 2 pcs.
  15. Lift out the coil spring.
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