Repair Procedures: Removal

Align the steering wheel straight.
Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the Driver Airbag (DAB).
(Refer to Restraint - " DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) ")
Disconnect the steering wheel connector (A).

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Remove the steering wheel (A) after removing the bolt.
Tightening torque:

44.1 - 49.0 N.m (4.5 - 5.0 kgf.m, 32.5 - 36.2 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.