Steering Wheel Replacement

Fig 1: Steering Wheel

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning . Preliminary Procedures SIR Disabling and Enabling Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement
1	Steering Wheel Bolt CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure After removing the bolt, inspect for damage. Replace if necessary. Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry. Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers NOTE: A NEW bolt will come with thread locking adhesive already applied. Tighten 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
2	Steering Wheel Procedure Disconnect the electrical connectors. Install the steering wheel bolt until 2 to 3 threads are engaged. Wiggle the steering wheel until the wheel disengages completely. Steering Wheel Bolt» Remove Steering Wheel» Remove Transfer components as necessary.

Callout

Component Name

WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning .

Preliminary Procedures

Steering Wheel Bolt

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Procedure

After removing the bolt, inspect for damage. Replace if necessary.
Clean the threads of the bolt with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
Apply thread locking adhesive to the bolt. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers

NOTE: A NEW bolt will come with thread locking adhesive already applied.

Tighten
30 N.m (22 lb ft)

Steering Wheel

Procedure