VehiCROSS 4WD V6-3.5L (1999)
3. Disconnect connector (2) and remove air bag assembly.
4. Disconnect horn lead (1)
5. Remove steering wheel attachment nut (4).
6. Move the tires to the straight ahead position before removing the steering wheel. Install steering wheel puller onto steering wheel and remove
steering wheel with J-29752.
7. Apply a setting mark (3) across the steering wheel and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original position.
8. Feed wiring through the wheel and remove wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel in direction of the shaft by using a hammer or other impact tools in an attempt to remove the
steering wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order, noting the following points:
1. Install the steering wheel and align the setting marks (3).
2. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut (4) to the specified torque.
Torque: 34 Nm (25 lb.ft)
3. Connect horn lead (1).
4. Connect air bag to wiring harness connector (2).
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic cover (wire protector) of air bag to prevent lead wire from being pinched.
