Installation Procedure

NOTE: Improper alignment of the steering wheel to the steering column shaft will cause vehicle damage. In order to prevent vehicle damage, ensure that the steering wheel is properly indexed to the steering column before tightening the steering wheel nut.

Fig 1: Aligning Steering Wheel

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If installing a new steering wheel perform the following:
1. Ensure the front wheels are still set in the straight-ahead position.
2. Position the steering wheel near the steering shaft with the arrow (1) at the 12 o'clock position.
3. Ensure that proper tooth alignment between the steering wheel and the steering shaft has been achieved (2).
If installing the original steering wheel perform the following:
1. Position the steering wheel to the steering column.
2. Align the marks made during the removal of the steering wheel.

Fig 2: View Of Steering Wheel, Electrical Connectors & Nut

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Ensure the electrical connectors (1,3) are not pinched between the steering column and the steering wheel.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the steering wheel nut (2).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
Install the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
Remove anti-rotation pin J 42640 .