Steering Wheel: Installation

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Center clockspring by gently turning clockspring cover counterclockwise until it stops. Turn clockspring cover clockwise 2 1/2 turns and align alignment arrows on clockspring cover and housing.
Install steering wheel on steering shaft paying attention to alignment marks and with 2 clockspring lugs fitting into grooves on back of steering wheel. Tighten steering wheel nut to 24 ft. lbs. (33 N.m). Tighten air bag module bolts to 17 ft. lbs. (22 N.m).
To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Connect driver's side and passenger's side Yellow air bag connectors. Reinstall AIR BAG fuse. Turn ignition on and ensure AIR BAG warning light flashes 7 times then turns off. If AIR BAG warning light does not operate as described, for 1996 see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.

Fig 1: Using Puller To Remove Steering Wheel

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Fig 2: Steering Wheel-To-Steering Shaft Alignment Marks

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