STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column) 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. FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  2. 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.

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A015BV6

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A0159MPE01

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    1. A0158E8E01

      Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.

    2. A0155SD

      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.

    3. Disconnect the horn connector.

    4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

  6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the steering wheel set nut.

    2. A0155JKE03
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark
      *b Hold
      *c Turn

      Put matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.

    3. Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

      SST
      09950-50013   ( 09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05011 )

  7. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER


    1. A0157LW

      Remove the 3 screws.

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

      Note

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

  8. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER


    1. A0157F6

      Detach the 4 clips.

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

  9. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH


    1. A0157YI

      Disconnect the switch connector.

    2. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and pull out the switch.

      Note

      Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  10. REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01592M

      Disconnect the 5 connectors from the turn signal switch with spiral cable.

    2. A0157OTE01

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

  11. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL CUSHION


    1. A015BCWE02

      Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 7 claws and remove the panel cushion.

  12. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A015D40

      Remove the clip.

    2. Remove the screw.

    3. Detach the 8 claws.

    4. Remove the panel pad and disconnect the connectors and 2 clamps.

  13. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH

    A0155UDE06
    Text in Illustration
    *1 Protective Tape

    1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws and remove the instrument side panel.

  14. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

    A0156ALE04
    Text in Illustration
    *1 Protective Tape

    1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 3 claws and remove the No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

  15. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH


    1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    2. Using a moulding remover, detach the 2 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

      A0159Y8E01
      Text in Illustration
      *A w/ Entry and Start System *B w/o Entry and Start System
      *1 Protective Tape - -

  16. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Multi-information Display)

    A015DOK

    1. Detach the 9 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.

  17. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Multi-information Display)

    A0158HM

    1. Detach the 9 claws and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.

  18. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

    A015BJQ

    1. Remove the screw.

    2. Detach the 3 claws and 4 clips, and remove the scuff plate.

  19. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Floor Under Cover)

    A0159IW

    1. Remove the 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 3 claws.

    3. Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover.

  20. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH

    A0156SP

    1. Remove the cap nut.

    2. Detach the 2 clips and remove the cowl side trim board.

  21. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

    A015CNPE02

    1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and open the hole cover.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

    2. w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag:


      1. Remove the 2 bolts.

      2. Detach the 16 claws.

        A015CUJ

    3. w/o Driver Side Knee Airbag:


      1. Remove the 2 bolts.

      2. Detach the 9 claws.

        A015A9A
    4. A0158MF

      for Automatic Air Conditioning System:


      1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the room temperature sensor.

    5. A0156SA

      Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the 2 control cables.

    6. Disconnect the connectors and remove the lower No. 1 instrument panel finish panel.

  22. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE

    A015DE6

    1. Detach the 4 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 switch hole cover.

  23. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag)


    1. A015A6DE01

      Remove the 5 bolts and driver side knee airbag.

    2. Disconnect the connector.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

  24. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Floor Under Cover)

    A0159IW

    1. Remove the 2 screws.

    2. Detach the 3 claws.

    3. Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover.

  25. REMOVE WIRE HARNESS PROTECTOR AND WIRE HARNESS


    1. A015C7T

      Detach the 3 claws to remove the wire harness protector and wire harness.

  26. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY

    A015B3W

    1. Remove the clip.

    2. Detach the 2 claws and remove the duct.

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


    1. A015AXZE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the steering actuator and steering column.

    2. Remove the bolt.

    3. A015CNT

      Remove the 4 nuts and steering column.

  28. DISCONNECT STEERING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY

    A0159UO

    1. While pushing the claws on both sides of the connector, move the lock in the direction of the arrow.

    2. Disconnect the connector.

    3. A015CO7

      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.

    4. A0158GNE01

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

    5. Remove the bolt, and then pull out the actuator assembly toward the inside of the vehicle.

  29. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A0156H2

      Remove the 4 bolts and nut with the steering column hole cover from the vehicle.

  30. DISCONNECT NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT


    1. A015AR4E02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark

      Loosen the bolt and remove the No. 2 intermediate shaft.

      Note

      It is possible to install the intermediate shaft to the same position it was removed from without placing matchmarks due to the dust cover part labeled A. Therefore, do not remove the dust cover from the steering link.

      Tech Tips

      If the dust cover is removed/installed or replaced, place matchmarks on the dust cover and steering link.