STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
| WARNING | Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings before handling the air bag module. See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . |
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- Remove in the order indicated in the figure.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Wheel Removal Note
| CAUTION | Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will be damaged. |
- Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position.
- Remove the steering wheel using any commercially available puller.
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Scheme 13: Key Cylinder Removal Note
- Turn the key to the ACC position.
- Push the pin and remove the key cylinder.
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Scheme 14: Steering Shaft Installation Note
- Verify that the tilt lever is in the LOCK position.
- Tighten the bolts in alphabetical order.
Steering Wheel Installation Note
- Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position and install the steering wheel.
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Scheme 15: STEERING SHAFT INSPECTION
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- Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage.
- Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified. If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component. Standard 315-320 mm {12.41-12.59 in}
- Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following. Tilt/telescope lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position. Steering shaft is fixed firmly when the tilt/telescope lever is locked. If there is any malfunction, replace the steering shaft.
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
| CAUTION | Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel-speed sensor connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle. |
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- Remove the front crossmember, lower arm, front stabilizer, steering gear and linkage as a single unit.
- remove in the order indicated in the table
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- After installation, inspect the front wheel alignment and adjust it if necessary. See «FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT»(ref-177429-S30131132302005053100000) .
