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Steering Wheel & Steering Column Dodge Grand Caravan IV

Steering Column 36 illustrations ~3296 words

DESCRIPTION - STEERING COLUMN

The steering column has been designed to be serviced as a complete assembly (Scheme 1), except for the components listed here. They are the key cylinder, ignition switch, lock cylinder housing, multi-function switch, clockspring, halo lamp, speed control switches, driver airbag, trim shrouds, steering wheel and steering column intermediate shaft (Scheme 2) These replaceable components of the steering column can be serviced without requiring removal of the steering column from the vehicle.

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: DESCRIPTION - STEERING COLUMN
Scheme 1: DESCRIPTION - STEERING COLUMN

Scheme 2

Scheme 2
Scheme 2

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

(Refer to WARNING )

WARNINGBEFORE BEGINNING ANY SERVICE PROCEDURES THAT INVOLVES REMOVING THE AIR BAG. REMOVE AND ISOLATE THE NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE (GROUND) FROM THE VEHICLE BATTERY. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
WARNINGTHE AIR BAG SYSTEM IS A SENSITIVE, COMPLEX ELECTRO-MECHANICAL UNIT. BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE, REMOVE OR INSTALL THE AIR BAG SYSTEM COMPONENTS YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE. THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. THE FASTENERS, SCREWS, AND BOLTS, ORIGINALLY USED FOR THE AIR BAG COMPONENTS, HAVE SPECIAL COATINGS AND ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM. THEY MUST NEVER BE REPLACED WITH ANY SUBSTITUTES. ANYTIME A NEW FASTENER IS NEEDED, REPLACE WITH THE CORRECT FASTENERS PROVIDED IN THE SERVICE PACKAGE OR FASTENERS LISTED IN THE PARTS BOOKS.
WARNINGSAFETY GOGGLES SHOULD BE WORN AT ALL TIMES WHEN WORKING ON STEERING COLUMNS.
CAUTIONDisconnect negative (ground) cable from the battery before servicing any column component.
CAUTIONDo not attempt to remove the pivot pins to disassemble the tilting mechanism. Damage will occur.

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - STEERING COLUMN

For diagnosis of conditions relating to the steering column (Refer to STEERING - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING ).

REMOVAL

Note. Before proceeding, (Refer to WARNING ).

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: REMOVAL
Scheme 3: REMOVAL

Scheme 4

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Scheme 4

Scheme 5

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Scheme 5

Scheme 6

Scheme 6
Scheme 6
  1. Make sure the front wheels of the vehicle are in the STRAIGHT AHEAD position before beginning the column removal procedure.
  2. Disconnect negative (ground) cable from the battery and isolate cable from battery terminal.
  3. Remove the lower shroud (Refer to «SHROUD-LOWER»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  4. Remove the traction off switch.
  5. Remove the upper shroud.
  6. Remove the cluster trim bezel (Refer to CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL ).
  7. Remove the knee blocker (Refer to STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER - REMOVAL ).
  8. Remove the parking brake handle link.
  9. Remove the knee blocker reinforcement (Refer to KNEE BLOCKER - REMOVAL ).
  10. Remove the airbag (Refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/airbag/#air-bag-restraint-systems) ).
  11. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut.
  12. Remove the vibration damper weight.
  13. Remove the steering wheel (Refer to «STEERING WHEEL»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ). (Scheme 3)
  14. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the clockspring, multi-function switch, halo lamp, SKIM module, ignition switch and BTSI solenoid.
  15. Disconnect the shift cable at the lever. (Scheme 4)
  16. Remove the pinch side clip, then remove the cable from the bracket on the column.
  17. Remove the pinch bolt coupling. (Scheme 5)
  18. Loosen the two lower mounting nuts.
  19. Remove the two upper mounting nuts
  20. Remove the steering column.
  21. Remove the clockspring (Refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/airbag/#air-bag-restraint-systems) ). (Scheme 6)
  22. Remove the mounting plate with the multifunction switch.
  23. Remove the halo-lamp.
  24. Remove the ignition key cylinder (Refer to «LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  25. Remove the BTSI.

INSTALLATION

To service the steering wheel components or the airbag (Refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ). Follow all WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS.

  1. Make sure the front wheels of the vehicle are still in the STRAIGHT AHEAD position before beginning the column installation procedure.
  2. Install the BTSI.
  3. Install the ignition key cylinder (Refer to «LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  4. Install the halo-lamp.
  5. Install the mounting plate with the multi-function switch.
  6. Install the clockspring (Refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/airbag/#air-bag-restraint-systems) ).
  7. Install the steering column to the vehicle.
  8. Install the two upper mounting nuts
  9. Tighten the two lower mounting nuts and the two upper mounting nuts. Tighten to 12 N.m (105 in. lbs.).
  10. Install the coupling onto the intermediate shaft and install the pinch bolt. Tighten the pinch bolt to 28 N.m (250 in. lbs.).
  11. Install the cable from the bracket on the column, then install the pinch side clips.
  12. Reconnect the shift cable at the lever.
  13. Reconnect the wiring harness connectors to the clockspring, multi-function switch, halo lamp, SKIM module, ignition switch and BTSI solenoid.
  14. Install the steering wheel (Refer to «STEERING WHEEL»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  15. Install the vibration damper weight.
  16. Install the steering wheel retaining nut. Tighten the nut to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.)
  17. Install the airbag (Refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/airbag/#air-bag-restraint-systems) ).
  18. Install the knee blocker reinforcement (Refer to KNEE BLOCKER - INSTALLATION ).
  19. Install the parking brake handle link.
  20. Install the knee blocker (Refer to STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER - INSTALLATION ).
  21. Install the cluster trim bezel (Refer to CLUSTER BEZEL - INSTALLATION ).
  22. Install the upper shroud (Refer to «SHROUD-LOWER»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  23. Install the traction off switch.
  24. Install the lower shroud.

SPECIFICATIONS

DESCRIPTIONN.mFt. Lbs.In. Lbs.
Driver Airbag Attaching Bolts1090
Steering Column Coupling Pinch Bolt28250
Steering Column Mounting Nuts12105
Steering Wheel Retaining Nut6145

COLUMN TORQUE

The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder (Scheme 7) For ignition switch terminal and circuit identification, refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, further details on wire harness routing and retention, as well as pin-out and location views for the various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: REMOVAL
Scheme 7: REMOVAL

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Scheme 12

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Scheme 15

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Scheme 15
  1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
  2. Remove steering column cover retaining screws (Scheme 8)
  3. Remove parking brake release cable from handle (Scheme 9)
  4. Remove screws holding steering column shrouds (Scheme 10) and remove lower shroud.
  5. Place key cylinder in RUN position. Depress lock cylinder retaining tab and remove key cylinder (Scheme 11)
  6. Remove ignition switch mounting screw (Scheme 12) with a #10 Torx(R) tamper proof bit.
  7. Depress retaining tab (Scheme 8) or (Scheme 13) and gently pry ignition switch from steering column (Scheme 14)
  8. Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition switch and remove switch (Scheme 15)

The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder (Scheme 7)

For ignition switch terminal and circuit identification, refer to the appropriate Wiring Diagrams.

Scheme 16

Scheme 16: INSTALLATION
Scheme 16: INSTALLATION
  1. Ensure the ignition switch is in the RUN position and the actuator shaft in the lock housing is in the RUN position.
  2. Install electrical connectors to ignition switch.
  3. Carefully install the ignition switch. The switch will snap over the retaining tabs (Scheme 16) Install mounting screw (Scheme 12)
  4. Install upper and lower shrouds.
  5. Install key cylinder (cylinder retaining tab will depress only in the RUN position).
  6. Connect negative cable to battery.
  7. Check for proper operation of ignition switch and key-in warning switch.

DESCRIPTION - IGNITION INTERLOCK

All vehicles equipped with automatic transaxles have an interlock system. The system prevents shifting the vehicle out of Park unless the ignition lock cylinder is in the Unlock, Run or Start position. In addition, the operator cannot rotate the key to the lock position unless the shifter is in the park position. On vehicles equipped with floor shift refer to the - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTER - IGNITION INTERLOCK .

Note. Before proceeding, review all Steering Column and Airbag Warnings and Cautions. (Refer to WARNING ) (Refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ).

Scheme 17

Scheme 17: REMOVAL
Scheme 17: REMOVAL

Scheme 18

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Scheme 19

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Scheme 26

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Scheme 26
  1. Remove battery ground cable terminal from battery negative post and isolate.
  2. Under instrument panel, remove silencer panel below lower steering column cover.
  3. Remove screws securing lower steering column cover/knee blocker, then remove it (Scheme 17)
  4. Disconnect parking brake release link at release handle.
  5. Compress tabs on sides of data link diagnostic connector and remove it from knee blocker reinforcement plate.
  6. Remove screws securing knee blocker reinforcement plate in place, then remove reinforcement plate (Scheme 17)
  7. Remove the upper and lower column shrouds. (Refer to «SHROUD-LOWER»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  8. Unsnap the trim bezel on the instrument panel between the instrument cluster and the steering column.
  9. Remove the 2 screws securing the steering column fixed shroud to the steering column (Scheme 18), then remove the shroud.
  10. Remove the two screws holding the metal cover in place below the shifter/ignition interlock linkage (Scheme 19), then remove the cover.
  11. Disconnect the shifter/ignition interlock link from the lever on the lock cylinder housing (Scheme 20)
  12. Remove the key cylinder. To do this: Turn the key, placing the key cylinder in the ON position. Depress and hold the retaining tab on the bottom of the lock cylinder housing (Scheme 21) Pull the key and key cylinder straight out of the lock cylinder housing.
  13. Remove the vehicle wiring harness connector from the key cylinder halo lamp (Scheme 22)
  14. Remove the key cylinder halo lamp from the lock cylinder housing.
  15. Remove the ignition switch mounting screw (Scheme 23)
  16. Depress the two retaining tabs (Scheme 24), then remove the ignition switch from the lock cylinder housing.
  17. Disconnect both tilt mechanism springs from their mounting posts on the tilt housing (Scheme 25), then move them to the side out of the way (Scheme 26)
  18. While supporting the lock cylinder housing, remove both mounting screws securing the lock cylinder housing to the column (Scheme 26)
  19. Remove the lock cylinder housing from the bottom of the steering column.

Scheme 27

Scheme 27: INSTALLATION
Scheme 27: INSTALLATION
  1. Install the lock cylinder housing in the bottom of the steering column lining up the mounting holes.
  2. Install the self-tapping lock cylinder housing mounting screws through the top of the column into the housing (Scheme 26) Tighten the two mounting screws to a torque of 11 N.m (100 in. lbs.).
  3. Connect both tilt mechanism springs back onto their mounting posts making sure the spring hooks engage the grooves in the posts (Scheme 25)
  4. Ensure that the ignition switch and the actuator shaft in the lock cylinder housing are in the ON position.
  5. Carefully install the ignition switch over the actuator shaft (Scheme 27) The switch will snap over the retaining tabs on the housing.
  6. Install the ignition switch mounting screw (Scheme 23)
  7. Install the key cylinder halo lamp on the lock cylinder housing.
  8. Install the vehicle wiring harness connector onto the key cylinder halo lamp (Scheme 22)
  9. Install the key cylinder (with key in it turned to the ON position) by sliding it straight into the lock cylinder housing aligning the retaining tab on the key cylinder with the hole in the lock cylinder housing.
  10. Turn the key to the OFF position and remove the key.
  11. Connect the shifter/ignition interlock link to the lever on the lock cylinder housing by aligning the retaining tab on the lever with the ramp on the link (Scheme 20), then pushing the two together.
  12. Install the metal cover in place below the shifter/ignition interlock linkage using the two screws (Scheme 19)
  13. Install the steering column fixed shroud on the steering column (Scheme 18) using its 2 mounting screws.
  14. Install the trim bezel on the instrument panel above the steering column. The trim bezel is mounted to the instrument panel using 2 screws (one on each side of the column) and retaining clips.
  15. Install the lower and upper steering column shrouds. (Refer to «SHROUD-LOWER»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  16. Install the knee blocker reinforcement plate (Scheme 17)
  17. Connect the parking brake release link to the release handle.
  18. Install the data link diagnostic connector to the mounting hole in the reinforcement plate.
  19. Install the lower steering column cover/knee blocker (Scheme 17)
  20. Connect the negative (ground) cable to the battery terminal.

DESCRIPTION

The lock cylinder is inserted in the end of the housing opposite the ignition switch.

OPERATION

The ignition key rotates the cylinder to 5 different detents (Scheme 28)

  1. Accessory
  2. Off (lock)
  3. Unlock
  4. On/Run
  5. Start

Scheme 28

Scheme 28
Scheme 28
  1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
  2. Remove steering column cover retaining screws.
  3. Remove screws holding steering column shrouds and remove lower shroud.
  4. Place key cylinder in RUN position. Depress lock cylinder retaining tab on the bottom of the lock housing and remove key cylinder.

Scheme 29

Scheme 29: INSTALLATION
Scheme 29: INSTALLATION
  1. Install key in lock cylinder. Turn key to run position (retaining tab on lock cylinder can be depressed).
  2. The shaft at the end of the lock cylinder aligns with the socket in the end of the housing. To align the socket with the lock cylinder, ensure the socket is in the Run position (Scheme 29)
  3. Align the lock cylinder with the grooves in the housing. Slide the lock cylinder into the housing until the tab sticks through the opening in the housing.
  4. Turn the key to the Off position. Remove the key.
  5. Install lower steering column shroud.
  6. Install steering column cover.
  7. Connect negative cable to battery.

Scheme 30

Scheme 30: REMOVAL
Scheme 30: REMOVAL

Scheme 31

Scheme 31
Scheme 31
  1. Remove the knee blocker (Refer to STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER - REMOVAL ).
  2. Remove the knee blocker reinforcement (Refer to KNEE BLOCKER - REMOVAL ).
  3. Remove the upper and lower shrouds (Refer to «SHROUD-LOWER»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  4. Remove the cluster trim bezel (Refer to CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL ).
  5. Remove the fixed shroud from the column.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector to the BTSI.
  7. Remove the two screws securing the BTSI to the steering column. (Scheme 30)
  8. Disconnect the SKIM electrical wire connector.
  9. Remove the SKIM from the steering column.
  10. Disconnect the autostick wiring connector (if equipped with autostick).
  11. Disconnect the shifter cable at the shifter.
  12. Remove the three screws securing the shifter to the steering column. (Scheme 31)
  13. Remove the shift lever from the column.
  1. Install the shifter cable to the shifter.
  2. Install the three screws securing the shifter to the steering column.
  3. Install the shifter cable at the handle.
  4. Install the SKIM to the steering column.
  5. Reconnect the SKIM electrical wire connector.
  6. Reconnect the autostick wiring connector (if equipped with autostick).
  7. Install the two screws securing the BTSI to the steering column.
  8. Reconnect the electrical connector to the BTSI.
  9. Install the fixed shroud to the column.
  10. Install the cluster trim bezel (Refer to CLUSTER BEZEL - INSTALLATION ).
  11. Install the upper and lower shrouds (Refer to «SHROUD-LOWER»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/steering-column/#steering-wheel-steering-column) ).
  12. Install the knee blocker reinforcement (Refer to KNEE BLOCKER - INSTALLATION ).
  13. Install the knee blocker (Refer to STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER - INSTALLATION ).

Scheme 32

Scheme 32: REMOVAL
Scheme 32: REMOVAL

Scheme 33

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Scheme 34

Scheme 34
Scheme 34
  1. Remove the two shroud-to-shroud mounting screws from the lower shroud (Scheme 32)
  2. Unsnap the upper shroud from the lower on the left side as follows: Hook a finger on the left hand around the rear of the shrouds at the seam (Scheme 33), near the snap points. Grasp the upper shroud at the rear using the right hand (Scheme 33) As the left hand's hooked finger is pulled outward against the seam, pull the upper shroud upward using the right hand, disconnecting the shroud snaps.
  3. Unsnap the upper shroud from the lower on the right side as follows: Hook a finger on the right hand around the rear of the shrouds at the seam (Scheme 34), near the snap points. Grasp the upper shroud at the rear using the left hand (Scheme 34) As the right hand's hooked finger is pulled outward against the seam, pull the upper shroud upward using the left hand, disconnecting the shroud snaps.
  4. Lift the upper shroud straight up off the steering column. If vehicle is equipped with traction control, disconnect wiring connector at traction control switch pig tail. Remove upper shroud.
  5. Remove the lower shroud-to-column mounting screw (Scheme 32)
  6. Remove the lower shroud from the steering column.
  7. If the vehicle is equipped with adjustable pedals: Disconnect wiring connector at adjustable pedals switch. Depress retaining tabs on top and bottom of switch and remove switch from lower shroud.
  1. If the vehicle is equipped with adjustable pedals: Install the switch into the lower shroud, snapping it into place. Connect wiring harness to connector at adjustable pedals switch.
  2. Position the lower shroud under the steering column and install the lower shroud-to-column mounting screw (Scheme 32) Tighten the screw to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.) torque.
  3. Place the upper shroud over the lower, aligning the snap clips and alignment tabs. If the vehicle is equipped with traction control, connect the wiring connector at the traction control switch pig tail before lining the shrouds up to one another.
  4. Snap the upper shroud to the lower shroud. Once snapped into place, verify there are no gaps between the two mating surfaces of the shrouds.
  5. Install the two shroud-to-shroud mounting screws (Scheme 32) Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.) torque.
  6. Ensure that the shrouds are snug and fit is acceptable.
  1. Remove the two shroud-to-shroud mounting screws from the lower shroud (Scheme 32)
  2. Unsnap the upper shroud from the lower on the left side as follows: Hook a finger on the left hand around the rear of the shrouds at the seam (Scheme 33), near the snap points. Grasp the upper shroud at the rear using the right hand (Scheme 33) As the left hand's hooked finger is pulled outward against the seam, pull the upper shroud upward using the right hand, disconnecting the shroud snaps.
  3. Unsnap the upper shroud from the lower on the right side as follows: Hook a finger on the right hand around the rear of the shrouds at the seam (Scheme 34), near the snap points. Grasp the upper shroud at the rear using the left hand (Scheme 34) As the right hand's hooked finger is pulled outward against the seam, pull the upper shroud upward using the left hand, disconnecting the shroud snaps.
  4. Lift the upper shroud straight up off the steering column. If vehicle is equipped with traction control, disconnect wiring connector at traction control switch pig tail. If vehicle is equipped with power fold-away mirrors (Export), disconnect wiring connector at mirror switch pig tail. Remove upper shroud.
  5. If vehicle is equipped with traction control, remove traction control switch from shroud.
  6. If vehicle is equipped with power foldaway mirrors (Export), remove power fold-away switch from upper shroud.
  1. If the vehicle is equipped with power foldaway mirrors (Export), install the power fold-away switch in the upper shroud.
  2. If vehicle is equipped with traction control, install the traction control switch in the upper shroud.
  3. Place the upper shroud over the lower shroud, aligning the snap clips and alignment tabs. If the vehicle is equipped with traction control, connect the wiring connector at the traction control switch pig tail before lining the shrouds up to one another.
  4. Snap the upper shroud to the lower shroud. Once snapped into place, verify there are no gaps between the two mating surfaces of the shrouds.
  5. Install the two shroud-to-shroud mounting screws (Scheme 32) Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 in. lbs.) torque.
  6. Ensure that the shrouds are snug and fit is acceptable.

Note. Before proceeding, (Refer to WARNING ) (Refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ).

Scheme 35

Scheme 35: REMOVAL
Scheme 35: REMOVAL

Scheme 36

Scheme 36
Scheme 36
  1. Adjust the steering wheel so that the tires are in the straight-ahead position.
  2. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
  3. Remove the two bolts from the rear of the steering wheel attaching the driver airbag. Lift the airbag from the steering wheel.
  4. Disconnect airbag squib wiring connectors from the airbag and the horn/speed control switch pigtail connector from the clockspring (Scheme 35) If the steering wheel is equipped with remote radio controls, disconnect the connector from the clockspring (Scheme 36) Properly store the driver airbag out of the way. (Refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/airbag/#air-bag-restraint-systems) ).
  5. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut from the steering column shaft (Scheme 36)
  6. Remove the steering wheel damper from the steering wheel (Scheme 36)
  7. While holding steering wheel firmly in the straight-ahead position, remove the steering wheel from steering column shaft using a steering wheel puller see scheme 37
  8. Remove the puller from the steering wheel.
  9. If the remote radio switches need removed from the steering wheel, (Refer to REMOTE SWITCHES - REMOVAL ).
  1. If the remote radio switches need to be installed on the steering wheel, (Refer to REMOTE SWITCHES - INSTALLATION ).
  2. Feed and route wiring from clockspring through upper access hole in steering wheel.
  3. Align master serrations in steering wheel with omitted spline on steering column shaft (at 12 o'clock position). Align pin on lower half of clockspring with slot in rear of steering wheel (Scheme 36) and slide the steering wheel onto the steering column shaft by hand. Use care not to pinch any wiring.
  4. Install the steering wheel damper on the steering wheel (Scheme 36)
  5. Install the steering wheel retaining nut. Tighten the steering wheel retaining nut to 61 N.m (45 ft. lbs.) torque.
  6. If the steering wheel is equipped with remote radio controls, connect the wiring connector to the clockspring (Scheme 36)
  7. Connect the airbag squib wiring connectors to the airbag and the horn/speed control switch pigtail connector to the clockspring (Scheme 35)
  8. Install the driver airbag in the steering wheel. Install and tighten the airbag attaching bolts to 10 N.m (90 in. lbs.) torque.
  9. To properly connect the battery and test the airbag system, (Refer to «AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS»(/dodge/grand-caravan/iv-2000-2007/remont/airbag/#air-bag-restraint-systems) ).