WHEEL, Steering: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: Steering Wheel & Column

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NOTE: Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt (2) (a new bolt must be used)

NOTE: Make sure to align the spline on the steering wheel hub to the column shaft.

Install steering wheel (1) to the column (4).
NOTE: Be certain that the steering wheel mounting bolt is tightened to the proper torque specification to ensure proper clockspring operation.
Install the new steering wheel bolt (2). Tighten the bolt to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.).

Fig 2: Steering Wheel Bolt
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Install the driver's side air bag to the steering wheel (1). Refer to Restraints/AIR BAG, Driver - Installation .