Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

- Tools Required
- J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller

Caution: Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Service Precautions.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.
3. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Restraint Systems.
4. Remove the weight block from the steering wheel base if equipped.
5. Remove the nut.
6. Note the mark on the steering shaft and the steering wheel in order to ensure proper alignment during installation.
7. Use the J 42578 and the J 1859-A in order to remove the steering wheel.
8. Remove the J 42578 and the J 1859-A from the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure





1. Route the wiring through the steering wheel.
2. Align the mark on the steering wheel with the mark on the shaft.
3. Install the steering wheel.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the nut.
- Tighten the nut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the weight block.
6. Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement in Restraint Systems.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.