Steering Wheel Replacement

Removal Procedure


Tools Required

J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

1. Remove the inflator module. Refer to Restraint Systems; Air Bag Systems.




2. Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotating horn plunger 90 degrees.




3. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.




4. Remove the nut that retains the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.
5. Mark the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft. This will ensure proper alignment during installation.

Notice: When removing the steering wheel, use only the specified steering wheel puller. Do not hammer on the end of the steering column shaft. Hammering could loosen the plastic injections which maintain the steering column rigidity.




6. Remove the steering wheel using J 1859-A.


Installation Procedure

Important: Ensure that the turn signal on the multi function switch is in the neutral position when installing the steering wheel.

1. Align the mark on the steering wheel and steering shaft.




2. Install the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.




3. Install the steering wheel retaining nut to the steering shaft.
Tighten
Tighten the nut that retains the steering wheel to the steering shaft to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).




4. Connect the steering wheel electrical connector.




5. Install the horn plunger to the steering column.
6. Install the inflator module. Refer to Restraint Systems; Air Bag Systems.