Tools Required
• | J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller
Legs |
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
in
SIR.
- Turn OFF the ignition.
- Remove the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to
Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement
in SIR.
- Scribe an alignment mark on the steering wheel hub. Align the
mark with the slash mark on the steering shaft.
- Loosen the steering wheel nut.
- Position the steering wheel nut flush with the end of the steering
shaft.
- Assemble J 1859-A
with J 42578
on the steering wheel.
- Use J 1859-A
with J 42578
in order to unseat the steering wheel from the steering
shaft.
- Remove J 1859-A
and J 42578
from the steering wheel.
- Remove the steering shaft nut.
- Remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
- Remove the SIR connector from the steering wheel.
Installation Procedure
- Route the SIR connector through the steering
wheel.
- Align the scribe mark on the steering wheel with the slash mark
on the steering shaft.
- Install the steering wheel.
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.
- Install the steering shaft nut.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 45 N·m (33 lb ft).
- Install the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer
to
Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement
in SIR.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
SIR Disabling and Enabling
in
SIR.
- Inspect the operation of the following components:
• | The steering wheel controls |