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Steering Wheel Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Wheel & Bolt
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Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable the SIR system.
    WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .
  2. Airbag Steering Wheel Module Replacement
  3. Place match marks on the steering wheel and steering column shaft to aid in installation.
1 Steering Wheel Bolt
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

  1. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
  2. Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers 

Tighten 
45 N.m (33 lb ft)
2 Steering Wheel

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  2. Install the steering wheel bolt until 2 to 3 threads are engaged.
  3. Wiggle the steering wheel until the wheel disengages completely.
  4. Steering Wheel Bolt» Remove
  5. Steering Wheel» Remove
  6. Transfer components as necessary.
  7. If replacing the steering wheel, copy the match marks from the OLD steering wheel to the NEW steering wheel.