Steering Column Removal and Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Do not release the lock lever until the steering column is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column after installation.


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1. Steering Column Tilt and Telescopic Position - Set
1.
Set the steering column to the highest tilt position, and to the longest telescopic position.


NOTE: Wait at least 3 minutes to start the following work.

8. Combination Switch - Remove
1.
Disconnect the connectors (A).
2.
Remove the harness clip (B).
3.
Remove the combination switch body assembly (C).

10. Steering Column - Remove

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the brake pedal position switch.


SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Do not release the lock lever until the steering column is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column after installation.


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Detailed information, notes and precautions
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Torque: N·m (kgf·m, lbf·ft)

1. Steering Column - Install
NOTE:
During installation of the steering column, loosely tighten all mounting bolts and nuts. Then tighten them to the specified torque in the numbered sequence shown.
Be careful not to damage the brake pedal position switch.

3. Combination Switch - Install
1.
Install the combination switch body assembly (A).
NOTE: Tighten the screws in the numbered sequence shown.
2.
Install the harness clip (B).
3.
Connect the connectors (C).

10. Steering - Check
1.
After installation, check these items:
Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times.
Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.
With the front wheels straight ahead, make sure the steering wheel is centered and the turning revolutions from center to full lock (left and right) is equal. If not, check the installation of the steering wheel and the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft splines.