STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for AWD with VGRS) REMOVAL

CAUTION:

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


  1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  2. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER


    1. A01GM4S

      for LHD:

      Remove the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver RH.

    2. A01GI9P

      for RHD:

      Remove the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver LH.

  3. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work Click here.

  4. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL


    1. Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter Click here.

      Note

      Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.

      Tech Tips

      Performing the above operation causes the AUTO TILT AWAY function to be disabled when the engine switch is turned off.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

    3. Turn the engine switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal.

      CAUTION:

      Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

      Note

      When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  5. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  6. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (w/o Driver Monitor Camera)


    1. A01GN19

      Remove the 3 screws.

    2. Detach the 2 claws to remove the steering column cover lower.

      Note

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

    3. A01GI18

      Detach the 4 clips.

    4. Detach the claw to remove the steering column cover upper.

  7. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (w/ Driver Monitor Camera)


    1. A01GKGR

      Remove the 3 screws.

    2. Detach the 2 claws to remove the steering column cover lower.

      Note

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

    3. A01GKHQ

      Detach the 4 clips.

    4. Detach the claw to remove the steering column cover upper.

    5. Disconnect the driver monitor connector.

  8. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Disconnect the connectors from the turn signal switch with spiral cable.

    2. A01GK7P

      Using pliers, grip the claws of the clamp and remove the turn signal switch with spiral cable from the steering column.

  9. REMOVE NO. 1 LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

    Click here

  10. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the wiring harness protector.

    2. A01GI8Q

      Detach the bolt, and remove the 2 claws and air duct.

  11. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01GLV7E02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and steering column.

    2. Remove the bolt.

    3. A01GKUZE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft and power steering link.

    4. Remove the bolt.

    5. A01GKW4

      Remove the clamp and No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.

  12. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (TILT STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY WITH MOTOR)


    1. Disconnect the connectors and wire harness clamps from the steering column.

    2. A01GHZ1

      Remove the 4 nuts and steering column.