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Removal & Installation

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  1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .
  2. Remove and discard steering wheel mounting bolt. Mark steering wheel hub and steering shaft for reassembly reference. Using appropriate 2-jaw puller, remove steering wheel. Route clockspring and horn wiring harness through steering wheel as wheel is lifted from steering shaft.
  3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW steering wheel mounting bolt and tighten bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.