Steering Wheel Replacement (Terrain)
Removal Procedure
  1. Steering Wheel Airbag»Remove—Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement

    2. Object ID: 4378271

    Caution: During steering wheel bolt removal, observe the following precautions:

    • Do NOT use heat on the steering wheel bolt, steering wheel, or steering column. Using heat could cause damage to the steering related components.
    • Do NOT hammer or apply excessive downward force on the steering wheel bolt, steering wheel, or steering column. Hammering or applying excessive downward force could cause damage to the steering related components.

    Note:

    • Steering wheel bolts installed during manufacturing require high torque efforts to remove.
    • The ONLY acceptable bit for removing and installing the steering wheel bolt is a T50 Torx bit. Do NOT use any other size bit or a worn bit.
    • If a power tool is used to remove the steering wheel bolt, the tool must have a minimum torque rating greater than 75 Nm (55 lb ft) and both the power tool and the T50 Torx bit MUST be positioned perpendicular to the bolt recess.
    • Apply appropriate downward force to maintain engagement of bit to bolt recess during bolt removal.

  2. Loosen the steering wheel bolt (1) until 2 to 3 threads are still engaged.
  3. Wiggle the steering wheel until the wheel disengages completely.
  4. Steering Wheel Bolt(1)»Remove
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  6. Remove the steering wheel.(2)
  7. Transfer components as necessary.
Installation Procedure

    Object ID: 4378271
  1. Install the steering wheel.(2)
  2. Connect the electrical connector.
  3. If a NEW threaded component is being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded component is reused, prepare the threaded component using the following steps:
    1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the component using a lint free cloth.
    2. Thread the cleaned component into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive.
    3. Remove loose debris from internal and external threads using compressed air.
    4. Apply liquid thread locking adhesive in a strip along half of the length of the external threads, starting at the tip, just prior to installation.Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

    Caution: Fastener Caution.

  4. Steering Wheel Bolt(1)»Install and tighten45 N·m  (33 lb ft)
  5. Steering Wheel Airbag»Install—Steering Wheel Airbag Replacement