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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller Bridge
    • J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.
  2. Remove the inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.

  3. Object Number: 862526  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

  5. Object Number: 876544  Size: SH
  6. Remove the steering wheel attachment nut and discard the nut.

  7. Object Number: 862536  Size: SH
  8. Install the J 1859-A and the J 42578 .
  9. Remove the steering wheel from the steering column.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 862539  Size: SH
  1. Install the steering wheel to the steering column.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

    Important: A new steering wheel attachment nut must be used.

  3. Install a NEW steering wheel attachment nut.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the steering wheel nut to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).


    Object Number: 862526  Size: SH
  5. If connect the electrical connectors.
  6. Install the SIR inflator module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in SIR.
  7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in SIR.