Steering Wheel: Removal

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

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

NOTE: Vehicle with heated steering wheel shown in illustration, others similar.

NOTE: This step is only necessary when installing a new component.

NOTE: The PMI process must begin with the current SIMA installed. If the current SIMA does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, the tool may prompt for As-Built Data as part of the repair.

Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the SIMA following the on-screen instructions.
Remove the driver airbag. Refer to: Driver Airbag .
1. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical connector.
2. Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt and remove the steering wheel.
  Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
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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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