Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING WHEEL .

Fig 1: Locating Air Bag
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WARNING:
- When carrying a live air bag, make sure the bag and trim cover are pointed away from your body. In the unlikely event of an accidental deployment, the bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
Remove the steering wheel cover.

Fig 2: Removing Steering Wheel Frame
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Remove the steering wheel frame.
1. Remove the nuts.
2. Disconnect the ground wire.
3. Remove the steering wheel frame.
  
  Fig 3: Disconnecting Cruise Control Switches Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the cruise control switches electrical connector.

Fig 4: Removing Cruise Control Switches
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Remove the cruise control switches.
1. Remove the screws.
2. Remove the cruise control switches.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.