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2011-17 Nissan Quest Replace Driver Steering Wheel Airbag

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Posted onDec 1, 2017Dec 27, 2022 Updated onDec 27, 2022

This guide provides instructions on removing and replacing the steering wheel and airbag on Nissan vehicles. 

What you will need

  • Nissan Driver Airbag
  • Torque Wrench
  • Secure Torx Set
  • Mechanic Metric Toolset

Procedure

  1. Park the Nissan and apply the parking brakes.
  2. Open the hood and disconnect the negative battery terminal.
  3. Wait for 15 minutes before working on any airbag component.
  4. Remove the Nissan driver’s airbag. There are two bolts on the side of the steering wheel that you need to remove. How to remove airbag on Nissan Qashaqi Note Versa Rouge Tiida D40 Titan Micra Almera Primera Altima Maxima Murano
  5. Once the two bolts are removed, you can pull the airbag out. 1413 3b
  6. Loosen up the steering wheel 19mm center bolt and remove the steering wheel. How to remove the steering wheel on Nissan Qashaqi Note Versa Rouge Tiida D40 Titan Micra Almera Primera Altima Maxima Murano  2003 2004 20005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
  7. Unplug the wires from the steering wheel. 1413 4b
  8. Watch the video on how to remove the Nissan steering wheel.

  • Install the new steering wheel in reverse order. Tighten the steering wheel center bolt to 34Nm or as the manufacturer recommends. how to remove nissan air bag
  • Watch the video on how to install the Nissan steering wheel.

  • Install the driver airbag. Connect the wire harness first, then secure the airbag in the steering wheel using the two-side TORX bolts. Tighten the TORX bolts to 9.5 Nm.  Install Nissan airbagWatch the video on how to install a Nissan driver airbag.

  • Connect the negative terminal. Start the Nissan and ensure the airbag light is off. If the light is still on, an airbag OBD2 scanner that can read Nissan codes is required to read and clear the codes. Nissan airbag light on
  • Replacing the airbag or steering wheel on a Nissan Quest is easy and takes about one hour. Always handle the airbag with care. There is always a risk of airbags deploying and causing injuries.

    Airbag Light On

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    We hope you find the 2011-17 Nissan Quest Replace Driver Steering Wheel Airbag guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help n your Nissan.

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      Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

      Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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