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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1998 🢒 Century 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 Steering Wheel Replacement

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
    • J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Position the ignition to the OFF position.
  3. Remove the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
  4. Scribe an alignment mark on the steering wheel hub. Align the mark with the slash mark on the steering shaft.

    5. Object Number: 294367 Size: SH
  5. Loosen the steering wheel nut.
  6. Position the steering wheel nut flush with the end of the steering shaft.

    7. Object Number: 255213 Size: SH
  7. Assemble the J 1859-A with the J 42578 on the steering wheel.
  8. Using the J 1859-A with the J 42578 unseat the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
  9. Remove the J 1859-A with the J 42578 from the steering wheel.
  10. Remove the steering shaft nut.
  11. Remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
  12. Unroute the SIR connector from the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 294367 Size: SH
  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.

    4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the steering shaft nut.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the steering shaft nut to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).

  5. Install the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR
  6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.
  7. Inspect the operation of the following components:
    8. • The horn
    • The steering wheel
    • The steering wheel controls