how to remove airbag on chevy cobalt?

Its not advisable to do it without proper knowledge.If done without care, it can explode and be very dangerous.Always get it done by professional.I personally advise.

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Still the procedure is as follows:---

On The Rear Of The Airbag Housing There Are Two Small Holes, One On Either Side. Take A Small Flat Blade Screwdriver And Poke Around In The Hole Till You Release The Spring On Either Side That Holds The Bag In Place. The Bag Will Pop Out A Bit. Once Both Sides Are Released The Bag Is Free. Unplug The Two Airbag Connectors By Pulling Up On The Center Clip Lock, And Then Squeeze The Two Tabs On The Sides Of The Connectors Together And Pull Out. The Airbag Connectors May Be Melted To The Air Bag. You Will Then Have To Replace The Clock Spring

To remove the steering wheel airbag cover
There should be two holes on the sides of the wheel that you can use a small screwdriver to unlatch the hooks holding the airbag on.

You will see 2 small holes on the side of the steering wheel get a small srew driver push the retains in and pull the airbag out disconnect the clip remove bag, there will be a bolt in there remove that and you will need some sort of puller harmonic balancer puller should work and then you wheel should come off.

TO REMOVE STEERING WHEEL FOLLOW THIS PROCEDURE:--

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
3. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System), disarming the system.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the steering wheel SIR module

4. Remove the steering wheel SIR module:
   1. Insert a small blunt-ended punch, or equivalent, through the access opening on the left of the steering wheel.
   2. Push the spring fastener inward through the access hole. Repeat for the opening on the right side of the steering wheel.
   3. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) retainer.
   4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
   5. Carefully remove the steering wheel SIR module.
      
      
      

      

      Fig. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) center trim panel by releasing the retaining fasteners

   
   
5. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) center trim panel (1) by pulling out on the trim panel in order to release the retaining fasteners (2).
6. Disconnect the electrical connectors on the Instrument Panel (I/P) center trim panel (1).
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the steering column opening filler assembly, with clip, & bumper

7. Remove the steering column opening filler assembly (1) by pulling away the clips (2).
8. Disconnect the electrical connector for the trunk release.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) left side trim panel

9. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) left side trim panel (1).
10. Tilt the steering wheel up.
11. Disconnect the I/P dimmer switch and, if equipped, the fog lamp switch.
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the 4 bezel screws (2) & the Instrument Panel (I/P) cluster bezel assembly (1)

12. Tilt the steering wheel down.
13. Remove the 4 instrument panel cluster bezel screws.
14. Remove the instrument panel cluster bezel.
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the steering column trim covers: steering column upper cover assembly, steering column left cover assembly, & steering column right cover assembly

15. Remove the steering column trim covers:
    1. Remove the 3 cover screws (4).
    2. Remove the steering column upper cover assembly (1).
    3. Remove the steering column left cover assembly (2).
    4. Remove the steering column right cover assembly (3).
       
       
       

       

       Fig. Removing the steering wheel (2), steering wheel nut (1), & steering column trim covers

    
    
16. Remove the steering wheel nut.
17. Remove the steering wheel using the J 1859-A steering wheel puller and the J 42578 steering wheel puller legs.

To install:

1. Installation is the reverse of removal procedure.
2. Tighten the steering wheel nut to 30 ft. lbs. (40 Nm)
3. Tighten the trim cover screws to 17 inch lbs. (2 Nm)
4. Tighten the 4 instrument panel cluster bezel screws to 19 inch lbs. (2 Nm)
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System), arming the system.

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Instrument Panel

• REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

Removal & Installation

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
4. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System), disarming the system.
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the armrest bolts and the floor console armrest

   
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Expanded view of the front floor console with cup holder, trim plates, & floor console extension

5. Remove the armrest, if equipped:
   1. Remove the 2 armrest bolts (1) and the floor console armrest (2).
   2. Pull the parking brake lever up to allow clearance and remove the console rear trim plate.
   3. Remove the console front trim plate.
   4. Remove the front floor console rear cup holder fastened with 3 clip retainers.
   5. Remove the console side extensions.
      
      
      

      

      Fig. Remove the console mounting screws (1) & the front floor console assembly (2)

   
   
6. Remove the console mounting screws (1) and the front floor console assembly (2).
   
   NOTE

   Disconnect the electrical connector.
   
   
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) compartment (1)

7. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) compartment (1).
   
   NOTE

   Remove the dampener cable.
   
   
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) trim plate assembly (1) by pulling out on the trim panel to release the retaining fasteners (2)

8. Remove the I/P trim plate assembly (1) by pulling out on the trim panel to release the retaining fasteners (2).
   
   
   

   

   Fig. Remove the driver information display switch I/P trim plate (1) by releasing the retaining fasteners (2)

9. Tilt the steering wheel up.
10. Release the left-hand I/P trim plate assembly by pulling away from the I/P retainer.
11. Disconnect the electrical connector.
12. Remove the driver information display switch I/P trim plate (1) releasing the retaining fasteners (2).
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the left side I/P trim panel trim (1) by releasing the retaining clips (2)

13. Remove the left side I/P trim panel trim (1) by releasing the retaining clips (2).
14. Disconnect the I/P dimmer switch and, if equipped, the fog lamp switch.
    
    
    

    

    Fig. With a flat-bladed tool, separate the outer trim cover from the Instrument Panel (I/P)

15. With a flat-bladed tool, separate the outer trim cover from the Instrument Panel (I/P).
16. Pull the outer trim cover rearward from the I/P to disengage the locating tabs.
17. Remove the outer trim cover from the I/P.
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the 4 bezel screws (2) & the Instrument Panel (I/P) cluster bezel assembly (1)

18. Tilt the steering wheel down.
19. Remove the 4 bezel screws (2) & the Instrument Panel (I/P) cluster bezel assembly (1).
    
    CAUTION

    Refer to the Service Precautions under Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System).
    
    
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) passenger side inflatable restraint module

20. Ensure that the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system has been disarmed. Refer to Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System), disarming the system.
21. Remove the I/P compartment accessory hole cover (3).
22. Remove the 2 I/P inflatable restraint module bolts (4).
23. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) retainer.
24. Disconnect the electrical connector.
25. Remove the I/P inflatable restraint module (5).
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the windshield garnish trim

26. Remove the windshield garnish trim: trim cover for screw panel assembly front pillar (1), screw for panel assembly front pillar (2), panel assembly front pillar (3), & clip (4).
27. Disconnect the boost gauge connector, if equipped.
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the defroster grille assembly

28. Remove the defroster grille assembly: grille assembly upper trim pad air vent (1), clip retainers (2).
    
    NOTE

    Pry up on the trim panel in order to release the 8 retaining fasteners.
    
    
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) upper trim panel

29. Remove the Instrument Panel (I/P) upper trim panel: the 12 I/P trim pad screws (1) & the I/P trim pad assembly (2).
30. Disconnect the electrical connections.
31. Lift up to release the I/P top panel from the I/P retainer.
    
    
    

    

    Fig. Remove the instrument panel retainer assembly

32. Remove the HVAC air ducts.
33. Remove the instrument panel retainer assembly (1), 4 retainer bolts (2), 17 retainer screws (3), & 8 retainer nuts (4).

To install:

NOTE

The key should be in the OFF position when connecting the electrical connectors to ensure proper calibration.

1. Install the I/P retainer assembly, 4 retainer bolts, 17 retainer screws, & 8 retainer nuts.
   1. Tighten the 4 I/P retainer bolts to 80 inch lbs. (9 Nm).
   2. Tighten 17 I/P retainer screws to 20 inch lbs. (2 Nm).
   3. Tighten the 8 I/P retainer nuts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).

   
   
2. Install the HVAC air ducts.
3. Connect the electrical connections to the I/P upper trim panel.
4. Install the I/P upper trim panel: the 12 I/P trim pad screws and the I/P trim pad assembly. Tighten the 12 screws to 19 inch lbs. (2 Nm).
5. Press the defroster grille assembly into position.
6. Connect the boost gauge connector, if equipped.
7. Replace the windshield garnish trim. Tighten the screws to 18 inch lbs. (2 Nm).
8. Place the I/P inflatable restraint module (passenger side) into position.
9. Connect the electrical connector.
10. Replace the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) retainer.
11. Install the 2 I/P inflatable restraint module bolts. Tighten to 89 inch lbs. (10 Nm).
12. Replace the I/P compartment accessory hole cover.
13. Install the 4 bezel screws (2) & the Instrument Panel (I/P) cluster bezel assembly (1). Tighten the screws to 19 inch lbs. (2 Nm).
14. Align the outer trim cover locating tabs to the opening in the I/P.
15. Push the outer trim cover locating tabs into the I/P until fully engaged.
16. Press the outer trim cover into the I/P until fully secured.
17. Install or connect the following:
    
    
    The dimmer switch and, if equipped, the fog lamp switch to the left side I/P trim panel

    The left side I/P trim panel pressing in the retaining clips

    The driver information display switch I/P trim plate electrical connector and press the retaining fasteners into position

    The right side I/P trim panel pressing the retaining fasteners into position

    The I/P compartment

    The electrical connector for the front floor console assembly

    The console mounting screws and the front floor console assembly. Tighten the screws to 18 inch lbs. (2 Nm)

    The console side extensions, front floor console rear cup holder, front and rear trim plates by pressing them into position

    The floor console armrest, if equipped, and the 2 armrest bolts. Tighten to 80 lb in (9 Nm).
    
    
18. Connect the negative battery cable.
19. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag (Supplemental Restraint System), arming the system.
20. Start the engine and let run for one minute.

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FIRST disconnect the battery. I attached the procedure as placed by GM. Please follow the power down instructions and DO NOT plug in the air bag with the battery connected or fuse installed.

***************** AIR BAG REMOVAL **************
!!!!!AIR BAG SYSTEM: SIR SYSTEM: WILL NEED TO BE DISABLED TO PREFORM THE FOLLOWING
REPAIR. THESE SYSTEMS SHOULD ONLY BE REPAIRED OR DISABLED; REACTUATED BY CERTIFIED,
QUALIFTED TECHNICIANS ONLY!!!. IMPROPER REPAIR, DISMANTALING AND REINSTALLING,
ACTUATING SIR: AIRBAG SYSTEMS IMPROPERLY CAN CAUSE SEVERY INJURY OR DEATH!!!!

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As stated above, the back of the steering wheel has access covers. Remove the little covers {about an inch across}by prying with a screw driver you will see the retaining nuts. Once these are removed, the cover will come off. At that point, unplug the module, ONLY if you had done the power down procedure in the first response above.

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