Steering Wheel Removal

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, '03 model (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) '04-06 models (see 2004-2006 MODELS ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or service.

1. Align the front wheels straight ahead, then remove the driver's airbag from the steering wheel (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).
2. Disconnect the radio remote switch connector and cruise control switch connector (A) from the cable reel.
   Fig 1: Identifying Cruise Control Switch Connector

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3. Remove the steering wheel nut. Install a steering wheel puller (A) on the steering wheel (B). Free the steering wheel from the steering column by turning the pressure bolt (C) of the puller.

   Note these items when removing the steering wheel:

   • Do not tap on the steering wheel or the steering column shaft when removing the steering wheel.
   • If you thread the puller bolts (D) into the wheel hub more than five threads, the bolts will hit the cable reel and damage it. To prevent this, install a pair of jam nuts (E) five threads up on each puller bolt.
     Fig 2: Installing Steering Wheel Puller On Steering Wheel

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4. Remove the steering wheel puller, then remove the steering wheel from the steering column.
   Fig 3: Removing Steering Wheel From Steering Column

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