Steering Column Switches, Removing and Installing

CAUTION!
- Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch the ignition off.
- Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
- After reconnecting battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows.
- Special safety precautions apply to vehicles equipped with airbags.

Removing
- Remove driver's airbag.






- Remove hex bolt -2- (always replace). Tightening torque: 60 Nm (44 ft lb).
- Position steering wheel -1- in central position (wheels straight ahead).
- Pull steering wheel -1- from steering column.







- Remove both (Phillips head) screws -arrows-.
- Remove upper steering column trim -1- upwards.







- Remove four (Phillips head) screws -arrows-.
- Remove socket head bolt -1-.
- Release steering wheel height adjustment -2-.
- Remove lower steering column trim -3- downwards.







- Loosen socket head bolt -1-.
- Disconnect electrical connectors -arrows- from steering column switches.
- Remove steering column switches

Installing
- Install in reverse order of removal.