Tools Required

J 1859-A (DW310-010) Steering Wheel Puller

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module for vehicles with SIR. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
3. Remove the steering wheel.
4. Straighten the bending locking plate (1).
5. Remove the nut (3).
6. Remove the locking plate (4).
7. Remove the steering wheel horn cover for vehicles without SIR.




Important: In order to install the steering wheel correctly, match-mark the steering column shaft to the steering wheel.

Important: Do not hit the top of the steering column shaft with the hammer during repair work.

8. Remove the steering wheel (1) using the J 1859-A .

1. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module for vehicles with SIR. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: Align the match marks on the steering wheel and the steering column shaft.

2. Install the steering wheel with the nut and the locking plate.

Tighten
Tighten the steering wheel nut to 23-33 N·m (17-24 lb ft).

3. Bend the tabs to secure the locking plate.
4. Install the steering wheel horn cover, for vehicles without SIR.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.