Steering Wheel Replacement

Steering Wheel Replacement

Tools Required
^ J1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
^ J-36541-A Steering Wheel Puller Adapter
^ J42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs

Removal Procedure





1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in Restraint Systems.

Caution: Refer to Servicing the SIR System Caution in Service Precautions.

2. Remove the inflator module. 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.





6. Install J1859-A with J-36541-A or J42578 to the steering wheel.

Notice: 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.

7. Remove the steering wheel using J1859-A with J-36541-A or J42578.

Installation Procedure





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

2. Install the retaining nut that secures the steering wheel to the steering wheel shaft.
Tighten the retaining nut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.






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 in Restraint Systems.
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling in Restraint Systems.