Removal & Installation Steering Wheel)
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- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .
- Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Remove steering wheel bolt. Mark steering wheel hub in relation to steering shaft for installation reference. Remove steering wheel.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Coat slip ring with grease. Tighten steering wheel nut or bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.