Removal and Replacement

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING:

- Before removing the steering wheel assembly and driver's air bag module, refer to Service Precautions ( Service Precautions) and Air Bag Module and Clock Spring ( Service and Repair).
- After adjusting the steering angle, always perform calibration to make TCL/ASC-ECU learn the neutral position of the steering wheel sensor. Testing and Inspection ).














REMOVAL SERVICE POINT

[[A]] STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

CAUTION:
The tilt lever should be held in the lock position until the steering column assembly is installed to the vehicle. If the steering column assembly is removed with the tilt lever released, or the tilt lever is released after the steering column assembly was removed from the vehicle, the steering column assembly cannot be reinstalled correctly. If the steering column assembly 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 assembly mounting bolts.





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





NOTE:
If the steering column shaft is removed accidentally, remove the steering column assembly and be sure to insert the steering column shaft into the steering column as shown in the figure.

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINT

]]A[[ STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

- If reusing the steering column assembly, do not release the tilt lever until the steering column assembly has been installed.
- If a new steering column assembly is being installed, 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 assembly, do not leave it fixed temporarily at only one point. Be sure the steering column assembly is not shaken strongly. If this happens, the collision absorbing mechanism at the steering column assembly mounting location may be damaged.





Ensure that the tilt lever is in the lock position, and install the steering column assembly. Tighten the four bolts finger-tight in the order shown, and then tighten them to the specified torque in the order shown.
Tightening torque: 12± 2Nm (106± 17 in-lb)