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.
PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
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.
Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.
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.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.
REMOVE STEERING PAD
Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel, as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.
Note
When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
Disconnect the horn connector.
Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.
Note
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Remove the steering wheel set nut.
| *a | Matchmark |
| *b | Hold |
| *c | Turn |
Put matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.
Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.
REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER
Remove the 3 screws.
Detach the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.
Note
Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.
REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER
Detach the 4 clips.
Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.
REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH
Disconnect the switch connector.
Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and pull out the switch.
Tech Tips
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
Note
Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.
REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the 5 connectors from the combination switch with spiral cable.
Using pliers, grip the claws of the clamp and remove the combination switch with spiral cable from the steering column.
REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL CUSHION
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Put protective tape around the No. 2 instrument panel finish panel cushion.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 7 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument panel finish panel cushion.
REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
Remove the clip and screw.
Detach the 8 claws.
Disconnect the connectors, detach the 2 clamps and remove the lower instrument panel pad sub-assembly.
REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws and remove the instrument side panel.
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH
| *1 | Protective Tape |
Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 3 claws and remove the No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.
REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH
Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.
Using a moulding remover, detach the 2 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.
| *A | w/ Entry and Start System | *B | w/o Entry and Start System |
| *1 | Protective Tape | - | - |
REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Multi-information Display)
Detach the 9 claws.
Disconnect the connector and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.
REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Multi-information Display)
Detach the 9 claws and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.
REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Detach the 7 claws and 4 clips, and remove the scuff plate.
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Floor Under Cover)
Remove the 2 screws.
Detach the 3 claws.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover.
REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH
Remove the cap nut.
Detach the 2 clips and remove the cowl side trim board.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL
Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and open the hole cover.
Tech Tips
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
| *1 | Protective Tape |
w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag:
Remove the 2 bolts.
Detach the 16 claws.
w/o Driver Side Knee Airbag:
Remove the 2 bolts.
Detach the 9 claws.
for Automatic Air Conditioning System:
Detach the 2 claws and remove the room temperature sensor.
Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the 2 control cables.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the lower No. 1 instrument panel finish panel.
REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE
Detach the 4 claws.
Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 switch hole cover.
REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag)
Remove the 5 bolts and driver side knee airbag.
Disconnect the connector.
Note
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Driver Side Knee Airbag)
Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the DLC3.
Remove the 5 bolts and lower instrument panel.
DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS PROTECTOR AND WIRE HARNESS
Detach the 3 claws to disconnect the wire harness protector and wire harness.
REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY
Remove the clip.
Detach the 2 claws and remove the duct.
REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
Put matchmarks on the steering actuator and steering column.
Remove the bolt.
Remove the 4 nuts and steering column.
REMOVE STEERING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY
While pushing the claws on both sides of the connector, move the lock in the direction of the arrow.
Disconnect the connector.
Hold the clamp with needle nose pliers, then insert a screwdriver and turn it in the direction shown in the illustration to remove the clamp of the steering column hole cover.
Put matchmarks on the steering actuator and No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.
Remove the bolt, and then pull out the actuator assembly toward the inside of the vehicle.