Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Removal
- Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Place front wheels in straight ahead position. Remove air bag module. See AIR BAG MODULE . Remove upper and lower horn plate. Disconnect horn button connector and multifunction switch connectors. Remove steering wheel lock nut. Make alignment marks on steering wheel and steering wheel shaft.CAUTION: DO NOT hammer on steering wheel shaft during removal. Damage may result to steering column.
- Using a puller, remove steering wheel. Remove upper and lower steering column covers.
- Disconnect clockspring (multifunction switch connector) and horn connector located near bottom of steering column. Remove clockspring mounting screws. Remove clockspring.