Steering Wheel: Service and Repair

STEERING WHEEL


Removal and Installation


REMOVAL

NOTE:
When reconnecting spiral cable, secure cable with a tape so that case and rotating part keep aligned. This will omit neutral position alignment procedure during spiral cable installation.
1. Set front wheels to straight-ahead position.
2. Remove driver air bag module. Refer to Driver Air Bag Module .
3. Remove steering wheel lock nut after steering is locked.
4. Remove steering wheel.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.





- Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make sure spiral cable alignment and centering marks (B) are matched and in the neutral position. The neutral position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right end position, ending with the locating pin (A) at the top. Place steering wheel in straight ahead position, then install it with the locating pin hole (C) directly over spiral cable locating pin.
- After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected. Refer to Component Tests and General Diagnostics.