Without 4-Wheel Steering
1. On models equipped with air bag, center the cable reel as follows:a. Rotate cable reel clockwise until it stops.
b. Rotate cable reel counterclockwise (approximately two turns) until yellow gear tooth lines up with alignment mark on cover, or arrow mark on cable reel label points straight up.
2. Install steering wheel on steering shaft in straight ahead position.
Fig. 1 Steering Wheel Installation. Models W/air Bag:
3. On models equipped with air bag, ensure steering wheel shaft engages pins of cable reel, Fig. 1.
Fig. 2 Steering Wheel Installation. Models Less Air Bag:
4. On models less air bag, align slots on steering wheel and tabs on turn signal cancelling sleeve, Fig. 2.
5. torque steering wheel mounting nut to 36 ft. lbs.
6. On models equipped with air bag, install air bag assembly with new Torx bolts. Confirm air bag assembly is securely attached to steering wheel; otherwise, severe personal injury could result during later air bag deployment.
7. On models less air bag, install steering column center pad.
8. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.