Removal And Installation
- Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
(Refer to Vehicle Control System - "AUXILIARY 12V BATTERY ")
- Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.
- Remove the driver airbag.
(Refer to Restraint - "DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ")
- Disconnect the steering wheel connector (A).
- Remove the steering wheel after loosening the lock bolt (A).
Tightening torque:
44.1 - 49.0 N.m (4.5 - 5.0 kgf.m, 32.5 - 36.2 lb-ft)
NOTE:- Do not use the hammer for disconnecting on the steering column not to damage the steering column.
- Do not reuse the steering lock bolt.
- When assembling, match the gear teeth as the below illustration.
- To install, reverse the removal procedures.