Steering Wheel: Removal

1.

WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: To prevent damage to the clockspring, make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .

2.

Refer to: Driver Airbag .

3.

Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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4.

NOTE: Make sure that the clockspring rotor does not rotate.

NOTE: Make sure that the clockspring pins are not bent or damaged.

Apply tape to specified component or area.

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