Steering Wheel Removal/Installation
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- Remove the driver air bag module. See DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
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- Disconnect the steering wheel switch electrical connector from the clockspring.
- Detach the steering wheel switch wiring from the retainers and position the wires aside.
- Remove the steering wheel bolt.
- To install, tighten to 40 N.m {4.0 kgf.m, 30 ft.lbf}.
- Using the special tool, remove the steering wheel.
CAUTION:
- Do not allow the special tool to damage the steering wheel switch wires and connector while removing the steering wheel.
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- To install, reverse the removal procedure.