Tools Required

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
2. Turn OFF the ignition.
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. Loosen the steering wheel nut.
6. Position the steering wheel nut flush with the end of the steering shaft.



7. Assemble J 1859-A with J 42578 on the steering wheel.
8. Use J 1859-A with J 42578 in order to unseat the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
9. Remove J 1859-A andJ 42578 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.

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 the Preface section.

4. Install the steering shaft nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 41 N·m (30 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 SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
7. Inspect the operation of the following components:

•

The horn

•	The steering wheel

•	The steering wheel controls