Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING:
^ Before removing the steering wheel - driver's air bag module assembly, refer to Service Precautions and Air Bag Module and Clock Spring.
^ When removing and installing the steering wheel, do not let it bump against the air bag module.

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
[[A]] STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL





Insert special tool MB990784 at the indicated position to remove the cover.

NOTE: Special tool MB990784 can be inserted through the notch behind the area shown.

[[B]] STEERING WHEEL AND AIRBAG MODULE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL





1. By sliding section A of the clock spring connector as shown in the illustration in the arrow direction, disconnect the connector.





2. Loosen the bolt completely. Then, remove the steering wheel and airbag module assembly.

NOTE: Use a hexagonal bit socket or a hexagonal wrench having an effective length of 75 mm (3.0 inches) or more in the hexagonal section and the diameter of 8 mm (0.31 inches) or more.