Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel ReplacementTools Required
^ J1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
^ J42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
Removal Procedure
1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Turn OFF the ignition.
3. Remove the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
4. Scribe an alignment mark on the steering wheel hub. Align the mark with the slash mark on the steering shaft.
5. Loosen the steering wheel nut.
6. Position the steering wheel nut flush with the end of the steering shaft.
7. Assemble J1859-A with J42578 on the steering wheel.
8. Use J1859-A with J42578 in order to unseat the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
9. Remove J1859-A and J42578 from the steering wheel.
10. Remove the steering shaft nut.
11. Remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
12. Remove the SIR connector from the steering wheel.
Installation Procedure
1. Route the SIR connector through the steering wheel.
2. Align the scribe mark on the steering wheel with the slash mark on the steering shaft.
3. Install the steering wheel.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
4. Install the steering shaft nut.
Tighten the nut to 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
6. Enable the SIR system.
7. Inspect the operation of the following components:
^ The horn
^ The steering wheel
^ The steering wheel controls