STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Warning

• Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.


1	Air bag module (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2	Lockbolt
3	Steering wheel (See Steering Wheel Removal Note.) (See Steering Wheel Installation Note.)
4	Column cover
5	Clock spring (See CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
6	Combination switch
7	Steering shaft (See Steering Shaft Installation Note.)
8	Dust cover
9	Key cylinder (See Key Cylinder Removal Note.)

Steering Wheel Removal Note

Caution

• Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will be damaged.

1. Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position.

2. Remove the steering wheel using any commercially available puller.

Key Cylinder Removal Note

1. Turn the key to the ACC position.

2. Push the pin and remove the key cylinder.

Steering Shaft Installation Note

1. Verify that the tilt lever is in the LOCK position.

2. Tighten the bolts in alphabetical order.

Steering Wheel Installation Note

1. Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position and install the steering wheel.