Removal And Installation: Removal

Align the steering wheel straight.
Disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the battery.
Remove the driver airbag (DAB) module and clock spring.
(Refer to Restraint - "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:

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.
Mark the 3 points (A) at the steering wheel and column shaft installation point.

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