Removal and Replacement

Steering Wheel Replacement

Tools Required

* J 36541-A Steering Wheel Puller Legs
* J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
* J 42640 Steering Column Lock Pin

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the steering wheel inflator module.
2. Remove the horn electrical connector.
3. Install J 42640 to the steering column.
4. Remove the steering wheel set nut.
5. Discard the steering wheel set nut.
6. Install J 36541-A and J 1859-A to the steering wheel.
7. Tighten the puller center screw against steering column shaft until the steering wheel slides off the steering column shaft.
8. Remove J 36541-A and J 1859-A from the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the steering wheel to the steering column, observing the alignment marks.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install a new steering wheel set nut.

Tighten the nut to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

3. Remove J 42640 from the steering column.
4. Connect the horn electrical connector.
5. Install the steering wheel inflator module.