Steering Wheel

This article has been updated by TSB# 06-02-35-019 dated August 28,2006.


Removal Procedure

- Tools Required

- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
- J 42120 Steering Wheel Puller Legs

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Air Bag Systems.
3. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Cover Replacement - On Vehicle.
4. Remove the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bag Systems.





5. Remove the steering wheel nut (1).


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 the J 1859-A and J 42120.
7. Disconnect the electrical connectors (4) from the column.





8. Route the electrical connectors (4) through the steering wheel opening.
9. Remove the steering wheel (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





1. Route the electrical connectors (4) through the steering wheel opening.
2. Connect the electrical connector (4) to the steering column (3).
3. Install the steering wheel on the steering column (3).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the steering wheel nut (1) on the steering column (3).
Tighten the nut to 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bag Systems.


6. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Dim Cover Replacement - On Vehicle.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Air Bag Systems.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.