Steering Wheel

Steering Wheel Replacement

- Tools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disable the SIR system. 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 plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotating horn plunger 90 degrees.

4. On vehicles with redundant steering wheel controls, disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.

5. Remove the nut that retains the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.
6. 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.

7. Install J 1859-A to the steering wheel.
8. Remove the steering wheel using J 1859-A.
9. Remove the J 1859-A from the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure

Important: Ensure that the turn signal on the multifunction 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.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

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 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

4. On vehicles with redundant steering wheel controls, connect the steering wheel electrical connector.

5. Install the horn plunger to the steering column.
6. Install the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Restraint Systems.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR system in Restraint Systems.