Steering Wheel Replacement (Hatchback)

Steering Wheel Replacement (Hatchback)

Tools Required
* KM-210-A Steering Wheel Puller
* J 36541-A Steering Wheel Puller Legs
* J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the SIR module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement (Service and Repair).




3. Place match marks on the steering wheel and on the steering column shaft.
4. Remove the steering wheel nut and the retaining clip.




5. Remove the steering wheel using the KM-210-A or the J 1859-A with the J 36541-A.
6. Unclip the contact ring from the steering wheel, if necessary.

Installation Procedure




1. Clip the contact ring on the steering wheel, if necessary.
2. Align the match marks on the steering wheel and the steering column shaft. Turn the signal-canceling cam on the wheel to the left.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

3. Install the retaining clip and the steering wheel nut.

Tighten the steering wheel nut to 38 N.m (28 lb ft).

4. Bend the tabs to secure the retaining clip.
5. Install the SIR module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement (Service and Repair).
6. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Service and Repair).