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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2005SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING WHEEL
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN A
Steering Wheel
2005 Cadillac SRX AWD V8-4.6L VIN ASECTION Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Replacement
^ Tools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
- J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
Removal Procedure
1. Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
3. Disconnect the steering column electrical connector.
4. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut.
5. Install J 42578 and J 1859-A to the steering wheel.
6. Using J 42578 and J 1859-A , remove the steering wheel.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the steering wheel.
2. Notice: Install the steering wheel retaining nut.
Tighten the nut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. Connect the steering column electrical connector.
4. Install the inflator module.
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
^ Tools Required
- J 1859-A Steering Wheel Puller
- J 42578 Steering Wheel Puller Legs
Removal Procedure
1. Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module.
3. Disconnect the steering column electrical connector.
4. Remove the steering wheel retaining nut.
5. Install J 42578 and J 1859-A to the steering wheel.
6. Using J 42578 and J 1859-A , remove the steering wheel.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the steering wheel.
2. Notice: Install the steering wheel retaining nut.
Tighten the nut to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).
3. Connect the steering column electrical connector.
4. Install the inflator module.
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in Air Bags and Seat Belts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.