Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

Refer to Technician Safety Information for Air Bag Arming and Disarming.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. On models with air bag, remove air bag mounting nut from back side, then disconnect electrical connection.
3. On models less air bag, remove horn pad attaching screws and pad.
4. Remove steering wheel attaching nut.
5. Scribe mating marks on steering shaft and steering wheel for installation reference.
6. Using a suitable steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel. Do not hammer on steering wheel to remove. Damage to collapsible mechanism may occur.
7. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Align mating marks on steering shaft and steering wheel.
b. Torque steering wheel attaching nut to 25-36 ft. lbs.