Steering Wheel: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: Vehicle without heated steering wheel shown, others similar.

NOTE: Make sure the steering wheel and the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.

Remove the driver airbag. Refer to: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove the steering wheel.
1. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connectors.
2. Remove the bolt and the steering wheel.
  Torque: 35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)
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NOTE: Make sure the clockspring rotor does not rotate.

NOTE: Make sure the clockspring electrical connector pins are not bent or damaged.

Tape the clockspring rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.

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