Grant 61046 User Manual

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new GRANT REVOLUTION steering wheel. This wheel is a
direct replacement for your original factory steering wheel with spoke mounted control switches. The
original airbag (SIR) module, horn switch, switch harness, switches and shroud from the factory wheel
must be removed and transferred to the new GRANT wheel.

This wheel will fit the following vehicles:
Cadillac – 2007-on Escalade, Escalade EXT and Escalade ESV
Chevrolet/GMC – 2007-on Silverado/Sierra Pickups and Avalanche

2007-on Suburban/Yukon XL
2007-on Tahoe/Yukon and Denali
2007-on Express/Savana Vans

Hummer – 2007-on H2

These GRANT Instructions use the factory shop manual procedures for the removal and
reinstallation of the steering wheel and airbag module. In addition the GRANT instructions
include step-by- step procedures for the changeover of the switches, wiring and trim pieces from
the factory wheel to the Grant wheel. Before proceeding with the replacement of your original
steering wheel, it is necessary to read and understand all these instructions. By reading them
first, you can become familiar with the steps and terminology used. Please take note of the
following directives used throughout these instructions:

NOTICE - GRANT recommends that installation be performed by a qualified service provider such

as your local GM dealer, a certified mechanic, collision repair shop or a local airbag service
center. Many of these service centers will come to your home or place of business to change out
the air bag and wheel for a nominal fee. To find these providers check the internet for “airbag
service”, “mobile airbag service” or check the yellow pages.

CAUTION

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN REPAIRING OR HANDLING AN AIR BAG.
ALWAYS CARRY A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE WITH THE TRIM COVER POINTED AWAY FROM YOUR

BODY.
ALWAYS PLACE A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE ON A BENCH OR OTHER SURFA CE WITH THE TRIM

COVER FACING UP.

NEVER PROBE THE CONNECTORS ON THE AIR BAG MODULE.

AIR BAG MODULES WITH DISCOLORED OR DAMAGED COVERS OR DEPLOYMENT DOORS
MUST BE REPLACED, NOT REPAINTED.

Tools required: 3-4mm Allen Wrench T-15, T-20 and T-30 Torx Drivers
Socket Set Safety Glasses
Torque Wrench

GM AIRBAG STEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ

ALWAYS CAUTION NEVER NOTICE NOTE

Form 97555-00-01

DISABLING AND REMOVAL OF THE AIRBAG MODULE

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. See number 1 in the illustration below.

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. See number 2 in illustration.

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.

REMOVING THE STEERING WHEEL FROM THE VEHICLE

1. Disconnect the wheel switch wiring harness at the column connector. Do not pull excessively on

the connector or clockspring mechanism and do not turn the clockspring now or at any time
during the remainder of the installation.

2. Loosen the steering wheel retainer nut until 2 or 3 threads are left engaged. Wiggle (rock) the
steering wheel back and forth while pulling upward until it disengages from the shaft, and then
remove the retainer nut and wheel from the vehicle.

3. Unplug the connector from the right side of the zinc plated horn mechanism (this connector usually
has a pinkish colored insulator. Loosen the 4 #T-30 Torx screws holding this horn mechanism to the
wheel. When the screws are loose lift this entire mechanism out of the wheel.

4. Remove the 4 small #T-15 Torx screws holding the copper horn contacts to the plastic trim and then
separate the contacts from the trim piece.