Removal & Installation: Removal

Align the steering wheel straight.
Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal and the service interlock connector.
(Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - 2WD

(Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - 4WD
Secure the steering wheel to prevent movement.
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint (Airbag(Event #1)) - "DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ")
Disconnect the steering wheel connector (A).

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Remove the steering wheel (A) after removing the bolt.

Tightening torque:

39.3 - 49.0 N.m (4.0 - 5.0 kgf.m, 29.0 - 36.1 lb.ft)

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NOTE:

Do not use a hammer when removing steering wheel, the steering column may be damaged if using a hammer.
Do not reuse the steering wheel bolt.