Replacement |
1. |
Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then wait for at least 30 seconds. |
2. |
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are placed in the straight ahead position. |
3. |
Remove the airbag module.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring") |
4. |
Disconnect the connector & lock bolt (A) and then remove the steering wheel by using special service tools (09561-11001).
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5. |
Remove the steering column shroud.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "Steering Column Shroud Panel") |
6. |
Remove the clock spring.
(Refer to Restraint - "Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and Clock Spring") |
7. |
Remove the multifunction switch.
(Refer to Body Electrical System - "Multifunction switch") |
8. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "Crash Pad Lower Panel") |
9. |
Remove the knee airbag and disconnect the connector. |
10. |
Unscrew the steering column bolt (A) to disconnect the universal joint and steering gear connection.
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11. |
Loosen the bolt (A) & (B) and remove the steering column assembly.
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12. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
1. |
Unscrew the steering column bolt (A) to disconnect the universal joint and steering gear connection.
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2. |
Loosen the nut (A) and remove the dust cover (B).
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3. |
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. |
4. |
Remove the under cover (A), (B). |
5. |
Unscrew the interior universal joint column bolt (A) and remove the universal joint assembly.
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6. |
Install in the reverse order of removal. |
Inspection |
1. |
Check the steering column for damage and deformation. |
2. |
Check the joint bearing for damage and wear. |
3. |
Check the tilt bracket for damage and cracks. |
4. |
Check the key lock assembly for proper operation and replace it if necessary |