B3000 SE Regular Cab 4WD V6-3.0L OHV (1998)
Steering Wheel: Service and Repair
NOTE: Make sure the wheels are in the straight ahead position.
1. Disconnect both battery cables.
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module.
3. Remove the steering wheel bolt.
CAUTION: Removing the steering wheel without using a puller can damage the column bearings.
4. Use a universal 2-Jaw type puller to remove the steering wheel.
5. Discard the original steering wheel bolt.
6. Remove the steering wheel while routing the wires from the air bag sliding contact through the steering wheel.
7. Install in reverse order of removal.
Tightening Torque: 43 - 46 Nm (25 - 34 ft. lbs.)