Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

Steering Wheel

Removal and Installation

Steering Wheel:

1. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Air Bag Systems.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3. If equipped, disconnect the steering wheel switches electrical connector.
4. Loosen the steering wheel bolt and install a suitable steering wheel puller.
^ Install the 2 jaws of the puller into the 2 slots marked PULL.





5. Using a suitable puller, free the steering wheel from the steering column shaft.
^ Remove the bolt and the steering wheel.
^ To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.