Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

Steering Wheel Replacement
^ Tools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

Removal Procedure





Notice: Refer to Steering Column in Lock Position Notice in Service Precautions.

1. LOCK the steering column and verify the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.
2. Remove the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.
3. Disconnect the horn connector and remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
4. Remove the bolt (2) from the steering wheel.
5. Use paint in order to place match marks on the steering wheel and on the steering shaft.

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. If necessary, use the J 1859-A, or equivalent.

Installation Procedure





1. If you are replacing the steering wheel, copy the match marks from the old steering wheel to the new steering wheel.
2. Verify the front tires have not moved since the removal of the steering wheel.
3. Verify the green indexing tab (3) on the SIR coil is aligned with the window in the coil casing. The green tab indicates the coil is locked in the centralized position.
4. Align the match marks on the steering wheel and on the steering shaft.
5. Install the steering wheel to the steering shaft.
6. Clean the threads on the steering wheel bolt (2) and on the steering shaft.
7. Apply LOCTITE 242, or equivalent, to the steering wheel bolt.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

8. Install the bolt to the steering wheel.
^ Tighten the bolt to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
9. Connect the horn connector and install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
10. Install the steering column trim covers. Refer to Steering Column Trim Covers Replacement.