Has anyone had experience with how to tighten the steering wheel in their jeep without triggering the air bag? My steering wheel has become quite loose (pivoting on the shaft), but I am not sure how to disengage the air bag, and if I need any special tools to tighten the wheel.
To tighten the wheel there is a center nut that is adjusted. The center of the steering wheel has the airbag built in. You need a 90 degree prybar to safely remove the center section without harming your plastic. There are three entry points at the back and a metal clip that holds it in place in each spot. There are only two plugs to disconnect the airbag. I would remove the ground at the battery and wait 15min to make sure the restraint system is not functioning before you proceed. I replaced all the airbags in my 07.
Huck
Thanks Huck. Very helpful information. I think I will tackle the fix next weekend.
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