2026-08-11

Spoke Cover - Steering Wheel - Lower (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 32051822 0.24 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure wearing proper PPE when performing the below procedure. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-08-11: Added batch information about the bolts (x4) that attach the bright surround to the steering wheel.

Torque Specifications

Table 1. Torque Specifications: Spoke Cover - Steering Wheel - Lower (Remove and Replace) / Surround - Steering Wheel (Remove and Replace)
Description Torque Value Recommended Tools Reuse/Replace Notes
Bolts (x4) that attach the bright surround to the steering wheel
2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
1.8 Nm (1.3 lbs-ft)
  • Torx T20 bit
  • PH1 Stubby Phillips Screwdriver
 Reuse

T20 bolts: 2.5 NM

PH1 bolts: 1.8 Nm
Bolts that attach the LH/RH steering wheel switch/steering controller/lower spoke cover to the bright surround
0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
  • Torx T10 bit
Reuse

Remove

  1. Disconnect LV power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).
  2. Remove the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  3. Disconnect the steering wheel electrical wiring harness from the connector.
  4. Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH steering wheel switch connector.
  5. Disconnect the electrical harness from the RH steering wheel switch connector.
  6. Release the clips that attach the horn assembly, and then move the horn assembly to the side.
  7. Disconnect the electrical harness from the lower connector, and then remove the electrical harness from the steering wheel.
  8. Remove the bolts that attach the steering wheel surround to the steering wheel.
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    Note
    Depending on the vehicle batch, some vehicles are equipped with T20 bolts while others are equipped with PH1 bolts.
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    Note
    Pry the lower portion of the bright surround assembly away from the steering wheel, and then work your way around. Do not remove it now. Wait until the steering wheel is removed.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • PH1 Stubby Phillips Screwdriver
  9. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the steering wheel controller to the steering wheel surround, and then remove the controller.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  10. Remove the bolts that attach the lower spoke cover to the steering wheel surround.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit

Install

  1. Position the lower spoke cover onto the steering wheel surround, and then install the bolts.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
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    Note
    Insert the lower edge of the lower spoke.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  2. Install the bolts that attach the steering wheel controller to the steering wheel surround.
    0.9 Nm (8 lbs-in)
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T10 bit
  3. Position the steering wheel surround onto the steering wheel, and then install the bolts.
    2.5 Nm (1.8 lbs-ft)
    1.8 Nm (1.3 lbs-ft)
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    Note
    Depending on the vehicle batch, some vehicles are equipped with T20 bolts while others are equipped with PH1 bolts.
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    Note
    Toque the T20 bolts to 2.5 Nm; torque the PH1 bolts to 1.8 Nm.
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    TIp
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Torx T20 bit
    • PH1 Stubby Phillips Screwdriver
  4. Install the electrical harness into the steering wheel, and then connect the electrical harness to the lower connector.
  5. Move the horn assembly to the center, and then fasten the clips that attach the horn assembly.
  6. Connect the electrical harness to the RH steering wheel switch connector.
  7. Connect the electrical harness to the LH steering wheel switch connector.
  8. Connect the steering wheel electrical harness to the connector.
  9. Install the driver airbag. See Airbag - Driver (Remove and Replace).
  10. Connect LV power. See 12V/LV Power (Disconnect and Connect).