Removal and Replacement

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING: Before removing the steering wheel - driver's air bag module assembly, refer to Service Precautions and Air Bag Module and Clock Spring.

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
[[A]]STEERING COLUMN SHAFT ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

CAUTION: The tilt lever should be held in the lock position until the steering column shaft is installed to the vehicle. If the steering column is removed with the tilt lever released, or the tilt lever is released after the steering column shaft was removed from the vehicle, the steering column cannot be reinstalled correctly. If the steering column is installed incorrectly, the collision energy absorbing mechanism may be damaged.

1. Ensure that the tilt lever is in the lock position, and remove the steering column mounting bolts





2. Pinch the steering column shaft cup with pliers, and pull up the shaft towards the direction shown to disengage the steering column shaft assembly

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
]]A[[ STEERING COLUMN SHAFT ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
^ When reusing the steering column, do not release the tilt lever until the steering column shaft has been installed.
^ When the steering column is replaced, do not release the tilt lever until it has been installed. Do not remove the tilt lever fixing band until the installation is completed.
^ When installing the steering column, do not leave it fixed temporarily at only one point and make sure the column shaft is not shaken strongly. If you fail to do, the collision absorbing mechanism at the column shaft mounting location may be damaged.





Ensure that the tilt lever is in the lock position, and install the steering column Tighten the four bolts in the order shown by hand, and then tighten them to the specified torque in the order shown
Tightening torque: 12 ± 2 Nm (102 ± 22 inch lbs.)