Steering Wheel Replacement

Steering Wheel Replacement

Special Tools
* J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
* J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

Removal Procedure

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Equinox) (Service and Repair)Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Torrent) (Service and Repair).




3. If equipped with cruise control, disconnect the cruise control switch connector from the steering column.
4. Remove the steering wheel nut.
5. Remove the steering wheel. It may be necessary to use the J 42578 and J 1859-A or equivalent to remove the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure




1. Align the steering wheel to the steering column and install the steering wheel.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the steering wheel nut and tighten to 41 Nm (30 lb ft).
3. If equipped with cruise control, connect the cruise control switch connector.
4. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Equinox) (Service and Repair)Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Torrent) (Service and Repair).
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).