Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

1. If equipped, disarm airbag system as described under MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. On column shift models, disconnect gearshift cable rod from grommet in shift lever, then remove gearshift cable clip and cable from lower bracket.
4. On all models, disconnect wiring connectors at steering column jacket.
5. Remove steering wheel center pad assembly, then disconnect horn wire(s) and horn switch.
6. Remove steering wheel nut.
7. On automatic transaxle models, remove damper assembly.
8. On all models, remove steering wheel using puller No. C-3428B or equivalent.
9. Reverse procedure to install. Torque steering wheel attaching nut to 45 ft. lbs. and rearm airbag system.