Repair Procedures: Removal

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Align the front wheels facing straight ahead by turning steering wheel.
NOTE: If the steering wheel and the front tires does not synchronize to their centers together, open circuit on the clock spring cable may occur due to excessive steering wheel turning.
Disconnect the battery (-) terminal.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "AUXILIARY BATTERY ")
Remove the driver airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ")
Disconnect the steering wheel connector (A).

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Remove the steering wheel (A) after removing the lock bolt.
Tightening torque:

44.1 - 49.0 N.m (4.5 - 5.0 kgf.m, 32.5 - 36.2 lb.ft)

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NOTE:
- Do not use the hammer for disconnecting on the steering column not to damage the steering column.
- Do not reuse the bolt.