Tools Required

J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

CAUTION: When you are performing service on or near the SRS components or the SRS wiring, you must disable the SRS system. Refer to Disabling the SRS System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause air bag deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SRS system repairs.

1. Disable the SRS system. Refer to Disabling the SRS in SRS.
2. Remove the steering wheel inflator module. Refer to Supplemental Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SRS.



3. Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotating the horn plunger 90 degrees.



4. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.



5. Remove the nut that retains the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.
6. Mark the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.

This will ensure proper alignment during installation.





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.

7. Remove the steering wheel using the J 1859-A .

Important: Ensure that the turn signal on the multifunction switch is in the neutral position when installing the steering wheel.

1. Align the marks on the steering wheel and steering shaft.
2. Install the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.




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.

3. Install the steering wheel retaining nut to the steering shaft.

Tighten
Tighten the steering wheel retaining nut to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).




4. Connect the steering wheel electrical connector.



5. Install the horn plunger to the steering colum.
6. Install the inflator module. Refer to Supplemental Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SRS.
7. Enable the SRS system. Refer to Enabling the SRS in SRS.