Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

STEERING WHEEL

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING
Before removing the steering wheel and air bag module assembly, refer to Service Precautions and Air Bag Module and Clock Spring.

WARNING
When removing and installing the steering wheel, do not let it bump against the air bag module.

Post-installation Operation:

Removal Steps 1-11:

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

[[A]] COVER REMOVAL





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

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

[[B]] AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTOR CONNECTION REMOVAL





Slide the outer housing of the driver's air bag module connector in the arrow direction shown and disconnect the connector.

[[C]] AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL

CAUTION
^ Never use an electric tester to diagnose the air bag module circuit. Never attempt to disassemble the air bag module.
^ Be sure to store removed air bag module in a clean and dry place with pad surface facing upward.

[[D]] STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
1. Position the steering wheel in a straight ahead position.

CAUTION
^ Use the special tool to remove the steering wheel since the steering column collision adsorbing mechanism may be damaged.





2. Use special tool MB990803 to remove the steering wheel.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

]]A[[ STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
After centering the clock spring (Refer to Air bag module clock spring), install the steering wheel assembly.

]]B[[ AIR BAG MODULE CONNECTOR CONNECTION/AUDIO CONTROL SWITCH CONNECTOR CONNECTION/HORN CONNECTOR CONNECTION INSTALLATION
Connect the connector securely and route the harnesses not to lie off the cover hole.