Steering Wheel Removal & Installation: Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations , and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

1. Steering Wheel - Install

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1. Make sure the front wheels are pointing straight ahead

2. Center the cable reel (A). Do this by first rotating the cable reel clockwise until it stops

3. Rotate the cable reel counterclockwise about three full turns. The arrow mark (B) on the cable reel label should point straight up.

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4. Position the steering wheel hub (A) so that it engages the pin (B) of the cable reel

5. Install the steering wheel (C) on to the steering column shaft.

NOTE: Do not tap on the steering wheel or the steering column shaft when installing the steering wheel.

Fig 1: Steering Wheel Bolt With Torque Specifications

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6. Install the new steering wheel bolt (A), and tighten it to the specified torque

7. Connect the connector (B)

8. Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.

2. Driver's Airbag - Install
3. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Reconnect
4. Steering Wheel Spoke Angle - Check
1. Check the steering wheel spoke angle.

2. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel is not centered), correct the engagement of the wheel/column shaft splines.
5. VSA Sensor Neutral Position - Memorization
6. Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position - Clear