Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Remove driver-side air bag module. See AIR BAG MODULES . Scribe mark on steering shaft and steering wheel to ensure proper alignment during installation. Loosen steering wheel nut so nut is flush with end of steering shaft. Using Steering Wheel Puller (J-1859-A) with Puller Legs (J-42578), remove steering wheel.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten steering wheel nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system.