Wheel, Steering: Installation: Installation

Fig 1: Notch & Spline Areas

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CAUTION:

When installing the steering wheel, the clockspring must be centered in its travel to avoid overextending the clockspring inner parts, causing the clockspring to become inoperative. If removed and handled properly using the correct procedures, it should be in the "centered" position. If there is any question as to whether the clockspring is in the "centered" position of travel, perform the clockspring centering procedure before proceeding. Refer to CLOCKSPRING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .

Confirm that:
1. The front wheels are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
2. The turn signal stalk is in the NEUTRAL position.
Align the top of the wheel with the notch (2) of the steering column and align the wide mounting splines of the steering wheel with the missing spline areas (1, 3) of the steering column shaft and push the wheel onto the shaft. Make sure the clockspring lines up with the back of the wheel and does not bind.

Fig 2: Wheel Bolt Cap, Steering Wheel & Bolt
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Install the steering wheel retaining bolt (3). Tighten the steering wheel retaining bolt to 50 N.m (37 ft. lbs.).
Install steering wheel mounting bolt cap (2), if equipped.

Fig 3: Steering Wheel Wiring
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Connect the wiring connector (2) at the clockspring.

Fig 4: Air Bag Removal/Installation
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Install the driver airbag (3). Refer to AIR BAG, DRIVER, INSTALLATION .
WARNING:
Do not reconnect the battery without first performing the Airbag System Test procedure. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . Failure to perform the Airbag System Test may result in accidental airbag deployment and serious or fatal injury.
Reconnect the battery using the Airbag System Test procedure. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .
Verify vehicle and system operation.