Steering wheel and column removal/installation

• Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

• Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will collapse.

1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.

2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.

1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.

2. Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.

3. Disassemble the steering lock component.

1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.

2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.

3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.

4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.

• Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.

1. Lock the tilt lever.

2. Tighten bolt A.

3. Tighten nut B.

4. Tighten nut C.

Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.