STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

CAUTION:

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


  1. PRECAUTION

    Click here

  2. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM 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.

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A01CBQQ

      Disengage the claw to remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.

  5. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A01CEA7

      Disengage the claw to remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.

  6. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    1. Check that the engine switch is off.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected 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.

    3. A01CBIQE01

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

    4. A01CBW0

      Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly.

      Note

      When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

    5. A01CG5VE01

      Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the airbag connector from the steering pad.

      Note

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

    6. Disconnect the horn connector to remove the steering pad.

  7. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CFPNE01

      Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

    2. Put matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and the steering main shaft.

    3. Disconnect the connectors from the spiral cable.

    4. A01CF9XE01

      Install SST to the steering wheel assembly as shown in the illustration.

      SST
      09950-50013   ( 09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05070 )

      Note

      Apply a small amount of grease to the threads and tip of SST (09953-05020) before use.

    5. Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

  8. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER

    Note

    Removing the lower steering column cover in the incorrect order will cause the lower steering column cover to break.


    1. Release the tilt and telescopic lever, and fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

    2. Lock the tilt and telescopic lever.

    3. A01CGBV

      Push the right and left sides of the lower steering column cover, and disengage the 2 claws.

      Note

      Completely disengage the claws.

    4. A01CCXT

      Use your fingers to disengage the claw through the tilt lever opening on the lower steering column cover.

      Tech Tips

      Spread the claw to disengage it.

    5. A01CD58E01

      Using a screwdriver, insert the tip into each service hole to disengage the 2 claws, and remove the lower steering column cover as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  9. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER


    1. A01CD6Q

      Disengage the claw and the 2 pins, and separate the upper steering column cover from the steering column assembly.

    2. A01CC6U

      Disengage the 4 clips and 2 claws to remove the upper steering column cover from the lower instrument cover.

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


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

    2. A01CF0FE01

      Using pliers, loosen the clamp and raise the claw. Remove the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering column assembly.

  11. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH (for RHD)


    1. A01CFL6

      Remove the clip.

    2. Disengage the clip, claw and 2 guides, and remove the cowl side trim board RH.

  12. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD RH (for LHD)


    1. A01CE66

      Remove the clip.

    2. Disengage the 2 clips, claw and 2 guides, and remove the cowl side trim board RH.

  13. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP RH


    1. A01CEHZ

      Remove the front door opening trim weatherstrip RH.

  14. REMOVE ASSIST GRIP PLUG (for Front RH)


    1. A01CBSZE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver, disengage the 4 claws and remove the 2 assist grip plugs.

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  15. REMOVE NO. 1 ASSIST GRIP (for RH Side)


    1. A01CEGL

      Remove the 2 bolts and the No. 1 assist grip.

  16. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH RH


    1. A01CC3AE01

      Pull the upper part of the garnish toward the inside of the cabin and disengage the 2 clips.

    2. Disengage the 6 guides and remove the front pillar garnish RH.

    3. A01CBP2E02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Adhesive Tape
      *2 Protective Cover
      *3 Curtain Shield Airbag Assembly

      Protect the curtain shield airbag assembly.


      1. Cover the airbag with a cloth or piece of nylon and secure the ends of the cover with tape as shown in the illustration.

        Protective Cover size
        X
        700 mm (27.56 in.)
        Y
        120 mm (4.72 in.)

        Note

        Cover the curtain shield airbag assembly with a protective cover as soon as the front pillar garnish is removed.

  17. REMOVE FRONT LOWER PILLAR GARNISH RH


    1. A01CBM6

      Disengage the 4 claws and remove the front lower pillar garnish RH .

  18. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH (for RHD)


    1. A01CBNG

      Remove the clip(A).

    2. Disengage the clip, claw and 2 guides, and remove the cowl side trim board LH.

  19. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH (for LHD)


    1. A01CCIK

      Remove the clip(A).

    2. Disengage the clip, claw and 2 guides, and remove the cowl side trim board LH.

  20. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.

  21. REMOVE ASSIST GRIP PLUG (for Front LH)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.

  22. REMOVE NO. 1 ASSIST GRIP (for LH Side)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.

  23. REMOVE FRONT PILLAR GARNISH LH


    1. A01CC1HE01

      Pull the upper part of the garnish toward the inside of the cabin and disengage the 2 clips.

    2. Disengage the 6 guides and remove the front pillar garnish LH.

    3. A01CFHYE02
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Adhesive Tape
      *2 Protective Cover
      *3 Curtain Shield Airbag Assembly

      Protect the curtain shield airbag assembly.


      1. Cover the airbag with a cloth or piece of nylon and secure the ends of the cover with tape as shown in the illustration.

        Protective Cover size
        X
        700 mm (27.56 in.)
        Y
        120 mm (4.72 in.)

        Note

        Cover the curtain shield airbag assembly with a protective cover as soon as the front pillar garnish is removed.

  24. REMOVE FRONT LOWER PILLAR GARNISH LH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.

  25. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL


    1. Operate the tilt lever to lower the steering wheel assembly.

    2. A01CDZ6E01

      Apply protective tape to the areas shown in the illustration.

    3. A01CBPO

      Disengage the 4 claws.

    4. A01CAPR

      Disengage the 7 claws and 2 guides to remove the No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel.

  26. REMOVE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CELM

      Disengage the 4 claws.

    2. A01CDME

      Pull the combination meter assembly, disconnect the connector, and remove the combination meter assembly as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      When removing the combination meter assembly, do not damage the upper instrument panel sub-assembly and combination meter assembly.

  27. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH


    1. A01CDHT

      Disengage the 4 claws.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

  28. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for RHD)


    1. A01CFFK

      Remove the 2 screws <B>.

    2. Disengage the 2 claws and 2 guides.

    3. A01CE9QE01

      Disengage the 2 claws and disconnect the DLC3.

    4. Disengage the clamp.

    5. Disconnect each connector and remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.

  29. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (for LHD)


    1. A01CCYO

      Remove the 2 screws <B>.

    2. Disengage the 2 claws and guide.

    3. Disengage the clamp.

    4. Disconnect each connector and remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.

  30. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for RHD)


    1. A01CC18

      Disengage the 3 claws and disconnect the hood lock control cable assembly.

    2. A01CC11

      Disengage the 3 claws and disconnect the fuel lid lock control cable assembly.

    3. A01CCKN

      Remove the 3 screws <B>.

    4. Disengage the 14 claws and the 3 guides, and remove the lower instrument panel finish panel as shown in the illustration.

      A01CCUJ

      Note


      • Make sure to follow the order shown in the illustration to avoid damage to the lower instrument panel finish panel.

      • While supporting the knee airbag, remove the lower instrument panel finish panel.

  31. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL (for LHD)


    1. A01CF0E

      Disengage the 3 claws and disconnect the hood lock control cable assembly.

    2. A01CCXK

      Disengage the 3 claws and disconnect the fuel lid lock control cable assembly.

    3. A01CGDM

      Disconnect the fuel filler opening lid lock sub-assembly and remove the fuel lid lock open lever sub-assembly.

    4. A01CCWL

      Remove the 3 screws <B>.

    5. Disengage the 13 claws, clip and the 3 guides and remove the lower instrument panel finish panel as shown in the illustration.

      A01CECJ

      Note


      • Make sure to follow the order shown in the illustration to avoid damage to the lower instrument panel finish panel.

      • While supporting the knee airbag, remove the lower instrument panel finish panel.

  32. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for RHD)


    1. Check that the engine switch is off.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected 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.

    3. A01CG1Z

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    4. A01CERS

      Disengage the 2 hooks and separate the driver side knee airbag assembly.

    5. A01CG8YE01

      Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped protective tape, disconnect the connector and remove the driver side knee airbag assembly.

      Note

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

  33. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for LHD)


    1. Check that the engine switch is off.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected 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.

    3. A01CCJ6

      Remove the 4 bolts.

    4. A01CF6W

      Disengage the 2 claws to remove the DLC3 from the driver side knee airbag assembly.

    5. Disengage the 2 hooks and separate the driver side knee airbag assembly.

    6. A01CEM6E01

      Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped protective tape, disconnect the connector and remove the driver side knee airbag assembly.

      Note

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

  34. REMOVE CENTER FLOOR CARPET COVER RH (for RHD)


    1. A01CDKB

      Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

    2. A01CFS0E01

      Disengage the 4 claws and remove the center floor carpet cover RH in the order shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Remove the center floor carpet cover RH while pushing on the instrument cluster finish panel.

  35. REMOVE CENTER FLOOR CARPET COVER RH (for LHD)


    1. A01CBO2

      Using a clip remover, remove the clip.

    2. A01CB02E01

      Disengage the 5 claws and remove the center floor carpet cover RH in the order shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Remove the center floor carpet cover RH while pushing on the instrument cluster finish panel.

  36. REMOVE CENTER FLOOR CARPET COVER LH


    1. A01CG2A

      Using a clip remover, remove the clip.

    2. A01CF5YE01

      Disengage the 4 claws and remove the center floor carpet cover LH in the order shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Remove the center floor carpet cover LH while pushing on the instrument cluster finish panel.

  37. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Disengage the 4 claws and 2 guides.

      A01CFSFE01

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the No. 2 instrument panel under cover sub-assembly.

  38. REMOVE GLOVE COMPARTMENT DOOR ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CC1ZE01

      Disengage the claw and release the glove compartment door stopper.

    2. Slightly bend stoppers (A) and (B) in the directions indicated by the arrows in the illustration and pull the glove compartment door assembly until the stoppers are released.

    3. A01CFV2E01

      Open the glove compartment door assembly to approximately 55° from its closed position. Pull it horizontally toward the rear of the vehicle to disengage the 2 hinges and remove the glove compartment door assembly.

      Note

      Pulling the glove compartment door assembly upward to remove it causes the hinges to deform. Be sure to pull out the glove compartment door assembly horizontally.

  39. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CD8ZE01

      Slightly bend stoppers (A) and (B) in the directions indicated by the arrows in the illustration and pull the instrument panel box assembly until the stoppers are released.

    2. Remove the damper clip.

    3. A01CGCYE01

      Open the instrument panel box assembly to approximately 60° from its closed position. Pull it horizontally toward the rear of the vehicle to disengage the 2 hinges and remove the instrument panel box assembly.

      Note

      Pulling the instrument panel box assembly upward to remove it causes the hinges to deform. Be sure to pull out the instrument panel box horizontally.

  40. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CFL8

      Remove the bolt <C>.

    2. Disengage the 12 claws.

      Tech Tips

      First disengage the 6 claws for the right side and then pull the panel to the rear of the vehicle to disengage the 6 claws for the left side.

    3. A01CD3Y

      Disengage the 3 claws.

    4. Disconnect each connector and remove the instrument cluster finish panel assembly.

  41. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CD4S

      Turn the shift lever knob counterclockwise and remove the shift lever knob sub-assembly.

  42. REMOVE CENTER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CG21E02

      Apply protective tape to the area shown in the illustration.

    2. A01CEQF

      Move the shift lever to N.

    3. Disengage the 3 claws as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      Make sure to disengage the lower claws first. The center instrument cluster finish panel sub-assembly may be damaged if the upper claws are disengaged first.

    4. A01CCCC

      Disengage the 20 claws.

      Note

      Make sure to disengage the lower claws first. The center instrument cluster finish panel sub-assembly may be damaged if the upper claws are disengaged first.

    5. Disconnect the connector and remove the center instrument cluster finish panel sub-assembly.

  43. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH (for RHD)


    1. A01CBYP

      Disengage the 8 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

      Note

      Disengage the bottom claws first.

  44. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH (for LHD)


    1. A01CFEQ

      Disengage the 8 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

      Note

      Disengage the bottom claws first.

  45. REMOVE NO. 3 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH


    1. A01CC1I

      Disengage the 16 claws and remove the No. 3 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.

      Note

      Disengage the bottom claws first.

  46. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL BOX DOOR SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CD7CE01

      Using a screwdriver, disengage the 6 claws as shown in the illustration.

      Tech Tips

      Pull the door toward the rear of the vehicle while pushing down on the 4 claws at the corners.

      Note


      • When pushing down on the 4 claws, be careful not to damage them. These claws are difficult to disengage.

      • When removing the No. 1 instrument panel box door sub-assembly, make sure to close the lid to avoid damage.

    2. Disconnect the connector and remove the No. 1 instrument panel box door sub-assembly.

  47. DISCONNECT INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE ASSEMBLY


    1. Check that the engine switch is off.

    2. Check that the cable is disconnected 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.

    3. A01CBPE

      Disengage the wire harness clamp.

    4. Disconnect the connector.

      Note

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


      1. A01CDETE01

        Slide the slider to release the lock, and then disconnect the connector.

  48. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    It is possible to remove the instrument panel register assembly with the upper instrument panel sub-assembly still installed to the vehicle body. Refer to the disassembly procedure for the upper instrument panel sub-assembly.


    1. Remove the 3 screws <B>.

    2. Remove the 2 passenger airbag bolts <A>.

      A01CC6KE01

    3. Using a clip remover, remove the 2 clips.

    4. Disconnect the connector.

    5. Disengage the 9 claws.

      A01CBP0

    6. Disengage the 5 claws and remove the upper instrument panel sub-assembly.

      A01CEGJ

  49. REMOVE POWER STEERING ECU ASSEMBLY


    1. Disconnect the connector from the power steering ECU assembly.

      A01CAV4E01
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD *B for RHD

      Tech Tips

      Pull out the lock of the lock lever, and then raise the lock lever to disconnect the connector as shown in the illustration.

    2. A01CB00E01
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD
      *B for RHD

      Disconnect the 3 connectors from the power steering ECU assembly.

    3. A01CC4T

      Remove the 3 nuts and power steering ECU assembly.

  50. REMOVE COLUMN HOLE COVER SILENCER SHEET


    1. A01CEG5

      Remove the 2 clips and column hole cover silencer sheet.

  51. SEPARATE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CGGA

      Remove the bolt from the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft assembly.

    2. Slide the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft assembly toward the steering column assembly.

      Note

      Do not separate the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering intermediate shaft assembly.

    3. A01CAW8E01

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

    4. Separate the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering intermediate shaft assembly.

  52. SEPARATE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD CLEVIS


    1. A01CAN6E02
      Text in Illustration
      *A for LHD
      *B for RHD

      Remove the clip and brake master cylinder push rod clevis pin and separate the brake master cylinder push rod clevis from the brake pedal support assembly.

  53. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY


    1. A01CGH9

      Disengage the wire harness clamp from the instrument panel reinforcement.

    2. A01CBUK

      Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and steering column assembly with the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft assembly.

      Note

      Do not damage the steering column assembly (especially motor and torque sensor). If the steering column assembly is damaged, replace it with a new one.