SPIRAL CABLE INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Click here.


  1. INSTALL STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (w/ VSC)

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    1. Engage the 6 claws and insert the 2 pins into the holes to install the steering angle sensor onto the spiral cable.

  2. INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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    1. Check that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.

    2. Set the turn signal switch in the neutral position.

      Note

      Make sure that the turn signal switch is in the neutral position or the pin of the turn signal switch may be snapped.

    3. Engage the 3 claws and install the spiral cable.

      Note

      When replacing the spiral cable with a new one, remove the lock pin before installing the steering wheel.

    4. Connect the steering angle sensor connector (w/ VSC).

    5. Connect the airbag connector, as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.

    6. Connect the horn connector.

  3. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN LOWER COVER

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    1. Install the steering column lower cover with the screw.

  4. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN UPPER COVER

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    1. Install the steering column cover upper, as shown in the illustration (w/ tachometer).

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      While turning the steering wheel to the right and left, engage the 4 claws and install the steering column cover upper with the 2 screws.

      Torque:
      2.0 N*m  { 20 kgf*cm, 18 in.*lbf }
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      Tighten the screw behind the tachometer (w/ tachometer).

      Note

      Tighten the screw if the tachometer has been extended and the column cover has been removed.

      Torque:
      9.0 N*m  { 92 kgf*cm, 80 in.*lbf }

  5. ADJUST SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

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    1. Check that the ignition switch is turned to OFF.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative battery terminal.

      CAUTION:

      After disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal, wait for at least 90 seconds before starting the operation.

    3. Turn the spiral cable counterclockwise slowly by hand until it feels firm.

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      Rotate the spiral cable clockwise approximately 2.5 turns until the marks are matched again.

      Tech Tips

      The spiral cable will rotate approximately 2.5 turns to both left and right of the center.

  6. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Align the matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and steering main shaft assembly.

    2. Install the steering wheel assembly set nut.

      Torque:
      50 N*m  { 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf }

  7. INSTALL STEERING PAD

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    1. Support the steering pad with one hand, as shown in the illustration.

    2. Connect the airbag connector, as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.

    3. Connect the horn connector.

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      Confirm that the circumference groove of the screw fits into the screw case, and place the steering pad onto the steering wheel.

    5. Using "Torx" socket wrench T30, tighten the 2 screws.

      Torque:
      8.8 N*m  { 90 kgf*cm, 78 in.*lbf }

  8. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  9. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Torque:
    5.4 N*m  { 55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf }

  10. INSPECT STEERING PAD

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    1. With the steering pad on the vehicle, perform a visual check including the following.


      1. Any cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.

    2. Make sure that the horn sounds.

      If the horn does not sound, check the horn system Click here.

  11. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT

    Click here