Repair Procedures: Removal

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING .)

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel
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Fig 2: Identifying Driver Airbag Module
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Remove the steering wheel after loosening the nut and disconnecting the connector (A).
(Refer to STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT .)

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Wheel Connector
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NOTE: Mark the steering wheel position for reinstallation.
Loosen the screws (4 EA) on the opposite side of the steering wheel.

Fig 4: Identifying Steering Wheel Screws
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Disconnect the cruise control switch connector (A).

Fig 5: Identifying Cruise Control Switch Connector
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Remove the cruise control switch (B).

Fig 6: Identifying Cruise Control Switch
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