Removal and Installation

REMOVAL





1. Loosen the tapping screws and lift up the horn pad and remove it.
2. Remove the lock nut and the washer.

CAUTION: Before doing these procedures, refer to Restraint Systems; Air Bag Systems.





3. Remove the steering wheel using the special tool (0956111001)

CAUTION: Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it; doing so may damage the collapsible mechanism.





4. Remove the steering column lower and upper shrouds.
5. Remove the lower cover.





6. Disconnect the connectors and remove the multifunction switch.





7. Remove the bolts securing the coupling and universal joint. Pull out the coupling and universal joint from the gear box.





8. Remove the dust cover mounting bolts.
9. Remove the steering column mounting bolts (4 bolts).





10. Remove the steering column and shaft together with the universal joint and dust cover.

INSTALLATION
1. Before installation, apply multipurpose grease to the groove on the inside of the bearing and mating surfaces of the boot and cover assembly.
2. Connect the steering lower shaft and joint assembly.





NOTE: When installing, secure the U-joint to the gear box first, then to the steering column shaft.

3. Install the dust cover with column shaft assembly.
4. Install the steering column assembly to the column member assembly (4 bolts).
5. Install the multifunction switch and connect the connectors.
6. Install the lower cover and upper and lower shroud.
7. Install the steering wheel.

NOTE: When installing, do not use a hammer as the collapsible column shaft could be damaged.