Repair Procedures: Replacement

Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then wait for at least 30 seconds.
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.
Remove the airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ")
Disconnect the connector & lock nut (A) and then remove the steering wheel using the special service tool (09561-11001).
Tightening torque:

39.2 ~ 49.0N-m (4.0 ~ 5.0kgf-m, 28.9 ~ 36.2lb-ft)

Fig 1: Steering Wheel Lock Nut
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Fig 2: Removing Steering Wheel Using Special Service Tool (09561-11001)
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CAUTION:
- Do not use a hammer when removing the steering wheel as it may damage the steering column.
- Do not reuse lock nuts.
- Lock nuts must be replaced with new ones when assembling. (SEAL-LOCK has been processed)
Install in the reverse order of removal.