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Steering Wheel



Steering Wheel Replacement

^ Tools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
- J-36541-A Steering Wheel Puller Adapter
- J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
2. Mark the relationship of the steering wheel (1) to the column (3).





3. Remove the steering wheel nut (2).





4. Use the J 1859-A with J-36541-A or J 42578 to remove the steering wheel from the column.

Installation Procedure





1. With the marked relationship references in line, install the steering wheel (1) onto the column (3).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the steering wheel nut (2).
^ Tighten the steering wheel nut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.