Before removing the steering wheel and air bag module assembly, refer to GROUP 52B, Service Precautions and Air Bag Module(s) and Clock Spring .
When removing and installing the steering wheel, do not let it bump against the air bag module.
Post-installation Operation
Checking Steering Wheel Position with Wheels Straight Ahead
Removal steps
<<A>>
1.
Cover
<<B>>
2.
Steering wheel and air bag module assembly
<<C>>
3.
Air bag module assembly
2.
Steering wheel
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<<A>>
COVER REMOVAL
Use special tool ornament remover (MB990784) to remove the cover.
<<B>>
STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG MODULE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
By sliding section A of the clock spring connector shown in the illustration in the arrow direction, disconnect the connector.
By pushing tab of the steering shift switch connector shown in the illustration in the arrow direction, disconnect the connector.
Loosen the bolt completely. Then, remove the steering wheel and air bag module assembly.
NOTE: Use a hexagonal bit socket or a hexagonal wrench having an effective length of 75 mm or more in the hexagonal section and the diameter of 8 mm or more.
<<C>>
AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
CAUTION
The air bag module must not be measured with such equipment as an ohmmeter, nor disassembled.
The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the deployment surface facing up.
[37] POWER STEERING - - STEERING WHEEL - REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION <2000-DOHC>