CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
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.
Tech Tips
Use the same procedures for the RHD and LHD.
The procedures listed below are for the LHD.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Spare Tire)
REMOVE DECK BOARD ASSEMBLY (w/o Spare Tire)
REMOVE DECK TRIM SIDE BOARD LH (w/o Spare Tire)
REMOVE BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER LH
PRECAUTION
Note
After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work Click here.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
| *a | Matchmark |
| *b | Hold |
| *c | Turn |
Remove the steering wheel set nut.
Put matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.
Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.
REMOVE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the connector clamp.
Remove the 4 screws.
Detach the 6 guides remove the steering pad switch assembly.
REMOVE CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH ASSEMBLY
REMOVE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WIRE
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL BOSS COVER LOWER
w/o Shift Paddle Switch:
Remove the 2 screws, 2 guide pins and 2 claws of the steering wheel boss lower cover.
w/ Shift Paddle Switch:
Remove the 4 screws and 2 claws of the steering wheel boss lower cover.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY (w/ Steering Heater)
Disconnect the connector clamp and remove the 2 screws and heater control assembly.
REMOVE TRANSMISSION SHIFT SWITCH ASSEMBLY (w/ Shift Paddle Switch)
REMOVE STEERING SHAKE DAMPER
Remove the 2 screws and steering shake damper.