Disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal, place the front wheels in the straight-ahead position, and turn the ignition switch to the Lock position while disabling the airbag. For non-airbag equipped earlier models, detach the horn pad from the steering wheel by pulling it straight off. For 1997 and earlier models with airbags, remove the screw cover from the right side of the steering wheel and disconnect the wiring connectors, then remove the airbag module retaining screws on each side and lift the airbag module off, unplugging the airbag harness connector and placing the module in a safe location with the trim cover facing up. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut and mark the relationship of the
Steering Shaft to the hub to ensure proper alignment, using a sharp scribe or white paint if necessary. Use a puller to detach the steering wheel from the shaft, ensuring not to hammer on the steering wheel or shaft. To install the steering wheel, align the mark on the hub with the mark on the shaft, and for 1996 and later models, align the grooves on the back of the steering wheel with the lugs on the airbag coil before tightening the nut to the specified torque. The remainder of the installation follows the reverse order of removal.