Steering System (Service Information): Column: Wheel-Steering: Removal

WARNING: Before servicing the steering column the airbag system must be disarmed. Refer to RESTRAINTS - SERVICE INFORMATION for service procedures. Failure to do so may result in accidental deployment of the airbag and possible personal injury.

CAUTION: All fasteners must be torqued to specification to ensure proper operation of the steering column.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Driver Airbag

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1. Position the front wheels straight-ahead  .
2. Fully extend or pull out adjustable steering column.
3. Disconnect the negative (ground) cable from the battery.
4. Remove the airbag (3). (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - REMOVAL) .
   Fig 2: Removing/Installing Steering Wheel

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5. Remove the steering wheel retainer bolt (2), then slide the steering wheel (1) off the shaft.
6. If wheel is being replaced, transfer attached components as necessary.