Removal and Replacement

STEERING WHEEL


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL
1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the driver air bag module. Driver Air Bag Module.
3. Disconnect steering wheel switches.
4. Remove the steering wheel center nut.





5. Remove the steering wheel using Tool.

Tool number : ST27180001 (J-25726-A)


CAUTION:
Place a piece of tape across the spiral cable so it will not be rotated out of position.
6. Disconnect heated steering wheel connector.
7. Inspect the steering wheel near the puller holes for damage. If damaged, replace the steering wheel.
- Remove steering wheel rear cover and steering wheel switches, if required.

INSTALLATION





Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
- Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right end position and ending with the knob at the top.
- Special Repair Requirement for steering angle sensor adjustment.
- After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected. Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
- Tighten steering wheel center nut to specification. Service and Repair.

CAUTION:





- The spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if the cable is not installed in the correct position.
- With the steering linkage disconnected, the cable may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about 2.5 turns from the neutral position.