Removal Procedure

Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
Extend the steering column to its furthest point to allow the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover to clear the instrument panel.
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Use a flat bladed trim tool to depress the steering wheel airbag access hole cover detents to remove the 2 steering wheel airbag access hole covers (1).
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Steering Wheel Airbag Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Release the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Steering Wheel Airbag (2) - Remove
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CAUTION:
During steering wheel bolt removal, observe the following precautions:
- Do NOT use heat on the steering wheel bolt, steering wheel, or steering column. Using heat could cause damage to the steering related components.
- Do NOT hammer or apply excessive downward force on the steering wheel bolt, steering wheel, or steering column. Hammering or applying excessive downward force could cause damage to the steering related components.
NOTE:
- Steering wheel bolts installed during manufacturing require high torque efforts to remove.
- The ONLY acceptable bit for removing and installing the steering wheel bolt is a T50 Torx bit. Do NOT use any other size bit or a worn bit.
- If a power tool is used to remove the steering wheel bolt, the tool must have a minimum torque rating greater than 75 N.m (55 lb ft) and both the power tool and the T50 Torx bit MUST be positioned perpendicular to the bolt recess.
- Apply appropriate downward force to maintain engagement of bit to bolt recess during bolt removal.
Loosen the steering wheel bolt (1) so that 2 - 3 threads are engaged.
Wiggle the steering wheel until the wheel disengages completely.
Steering Wheel Bolt (1) - Remove
Steering Wheel (2) - Remove
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Using a small plastic trim tool, separate the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) from the instrument panel steering column lower trim cover.
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Using a small plastic trim tool, separate the instrument panel steering column upper trim cover (1) from the instrument panel steering column opening closeout (2).
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Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
{If equipped} Electrical Connector - Disconnect
Instrument Panel Steering Column Lower Trim Cover (2) - Remove
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Disengage the steering wheel airbag coil upper retaining tabs (1).
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Disengage the steering wheel airbag coil lower retaining tabs (1).
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Steering Wheel Airbag Coil (1) - Remove
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Disengage the turn signal switch upper retaining tab (1).
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Disengage the turn signal switch lower retaining tab (1).
Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Turn Signal Switch (1) - Remove
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Remove the wiring harness clip (1) on the left side of the turn signal bracket.
Reposition the wiring harness.
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Release the locking tab (1) on the left side of the turn signal switch bracket.
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Release the locking tab (1) on the right side of the turn signal switch bracket.
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Turn Signal Switch Bracket (1) - Remove