Special Tools

Warning: Refer to Servicing the SIR System Warning in the Preface section.




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
2. Remove the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement.
3. Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and rotating horn plunger 90 degrees.
4. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.



5. Remove the retaining nut which secures the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.




Caution: 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.

6. Install J 1859-A with J-36541-A or J 42578 to the steering wheel.
7. Remove the steering wheel using J 1859-A with J-36541-A or J 42578 .

1. Install the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the retaining nut that secures the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft. Tighten the retaining nut to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).



3. Connect the steering wheel electrical connector.
4. Install the horn plunger to the steering column.
5. Install the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement.
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.