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Steering Wheel







Steering Wheel

Removing






Follow the safety precautions for pyrotechnic components.

- Remove driver side airbag unit. Refer to => [ Driver Airbag ] Driver Airbag.

Wheels must be in straight-ahead position when removing or installing steering wheel.

- Remove screws - arrows -.

- Mark steering wheel/steering column position to each other with felt-tip pen.

- Remove steering wheel - 1 - from steering column.

Installation

Installation is reverse of removal, but note the following:

- When installing previous steering wheel, ensure markings on steering column/steering wheel line up.

- A new steering wheel (without marking) must be installed in center position (steering wheel spoke must be horizontal and wheels straight).

- Perform a road test.

- If steering wheel is crooked, remove again and place on steering column splines.

- Always install steering wheel with a new screw.

- Install driver side airbag unit. Refer to => [ Installing ] Driver Airbag.

Tightening Specifications






* Replace screw.