Removal and installation of steering wheel

REMOVAL

CAUTION

Before removing the airbag, be sure to observe the appropriate safety precautions.

PROCEDURE

1. Remove the airbag control unit, refer to the section Removal and Installation of Airbag Control Unit.

2. Set the wheels straight and the steering wheel to the center position.

3. Mark the steering wheel position relative to the steering shaft with paint or a scribe.

4. Disconnect the steering wheel – 1– and remove it from the steering shaft.

5. Do not change the position of the steering column (straight-ahead position of the wheels). INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE

1. Fit the steering wheel onto the splined shaft so that the previously made marks align.

CAUTION

When installing the steering wheel, the front wheels must be straight and the turn signal switch must be in the center position.

2. Install the steering wheel onto the thread. Tighten the internal-serrated bolt – 2– to 60 N·m. If a hex bolt – 1– is fitted, tighten it to 75 N·m.

3. Install the airbag control unit, refer to the section Removal and Installation of Airbag Control Unit.

4. Drive the vehicle and check the steering wheel position when driving straight. The steering wheel spokes must be horizontal.

5. If the steering wheel is crooked, remove it and reposition it. If necessary, check the front wheel alignment (dealer service work).

6. Check the horn function and the automatic return of the turn signal switch to its neutral position.