Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

NOTE: In the event deployment has occurred, inspect coil assembly wire for any signs of scorching, melting or any other damage due to excessive heat If the coil has been damaged, replace it.

Removal




1. Disable the SRS.
2. Remove the air bag assembly (5) from steering wheel (6) by removing two bolts (7). Lift air bag assembly out of steering wheel.
3. Disconnect connector (2) and remove air bag assembly.
4. Disconnect horn lead (1)
5. Remove steering wheel attachment nut (4).
6. Move the tires to the straight ahead position before removing the steering wheel. Install steering wheel puller onto steering wheel and remove steering wheel with J-29752.
7. Apply a setting mark (3) across the steering wheel and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original position.
8. Feed wiring through the wheel and remove wheel.

CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel in direction of the shaft by using a hammer or other impact tools in an attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.

Installation




1. Install the steering wheel and align the setting marks (3).
2. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut (4) to the specified torque.
Torque: 34 Nm (25 lb.ft)
3. Connect horn lead (1).
4. Connect air bag to wiring harness connector (2).

NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic cover (wire protector) of air bag to prevent lead wire from being pinched.

5. Install air bag into steering wheel and tighten bolts (7) to specified sequence as show.
Torque: 8.8 Nm (78 lb.in)

CAUTION: Never use the air bag assembly from another vehicle. Use only the air bag assembly for UE.

6. Enable the SRS.