Steering Wheel Replacement
Removal ProcedureTools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
- J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Air Bags and Seat Belts
2. Position the ignition to the OFF position.
3. Remove the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bags and Seat Belts
4. Scribe an alignment mark on the steering wheel hub. Align the mark with the slash mark on the steering shaft.
5. Loosen the steering wheel nut.
6. Position the nut flush with the end of the steering shaft.
7. Assemble the J 1859-A with the J 42578 on the steering wheel.
8. Using the J 1859-A with the J 42578 Remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
9. Remove the J 1859-A with the J 42578 from the steering wheel.
10. Remove the steering shaft nut.
11. Remove the steering wheel from the steering shaft.
12. Unroute the SIR connector from the steering wheel.
13. Remove the steering wheel from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Position the steering wheel on the steering column.
2. Route the SIR connector through the steering wheel.
3. Align the scribe mark on the steering wheel with the slash mark on the steering shaft.
4. Install the steering wheel.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions
5. Install the steering shaft nut.
Tighten the steering shaft nut to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
6. Install the Inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Air Bags and Seat Belts
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Air Bags and Seat Belts
8. Inspect the operation of the following components:
- The horn.
- The steering wheel.
- The steering wheel controls.