Steering Wheel

Removal Procedure

Tools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller





1. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system (if equipped). Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Restraint Systems.
3. Remove the horn pad assembly (if not equipped with SIR). Refer to Horn Pad Replacement - On Vehicle (C3500HD).
4. Remove the horn switch. Refer to Horn Switch Replacement - On Vehicle.Horn Switch
5. Make an alignment mark in order to note the relationship of the steering wheel to the steering shaft.
6. Remove the steering wheel nut.
7. Use the J 1359-A in order to remove the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure





1. Align the marks made during the removal procedure on the steering shaft and the steering wheel.
2. Install the steering wheel onto the steering shaft.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the steering wheel nut to the steering shaft.
- Tighten the nut to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the horn switch. Refer to Horn Switch Replacement - On Vehicle.Horn Switch
5. Install the horn pad assembly, if not equipped with an SIR. Refer to Horn Pad Replacement - On Vehicle (C3500HD).
6. Install the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Restraint Systems.
7. Enable the SIR system, if equipped. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.