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Steering Wheel: Removal

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

NOTE: Vehicle without heated steering wheel shown in illustration others similar.

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

1.

Remove the driver airbag. Refer to: Driver Airbag .

2.

Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.

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3.

Remove the bolt and the steering wheel.
Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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4.

NOTE: Make sure the clockspring rotor does not rotate.

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

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

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