STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

CAUTION:

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


  1. PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD)

    Note

    After the power switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the power switch off, make sure to wait for the time specified in the following table before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Battery Terminal
    Specification Waiting Time
    w/o Telematics transceiver 60 sec.
    w/ Telematics transceiver 120 sec.

  2. PRECAUTION (w/ Air Suspension)

    Note

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  3. PRECAUTION

    Note

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  4. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  5. REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


    1. A01NDSY

      Remove the 3 clips and the rear deck floor box.

  6. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL


    1. Disable the auto away/return function by changing the customize parameter Click here.

      Note

      Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the auto away/return function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing this operation.

      Tech Tips

      Performing the above operation disables the auto away/return function when the power switch is turned off.

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

    3. Turn the power 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.

  7. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL LH

  8. REMOVE STEERING PAD

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the instructions for Removal of the steering pad Click here.

  9. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NEHSE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

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

    3. Disconnect the connectors from the spiral cable.

    4. A01NEIHE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Turn
      *2 Hold

      Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

      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.

  10. REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (for LHD)

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the instructions for Removal of the brake pedal support assembly Click here.

  11. REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (for RHD)

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the instructions for Removal of the brake pedal support assembly Click here.

  12. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER

    Note

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


    1. A01NEZ3E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Instrument Panel Cluster Finish Panel

      Disengage the 4 clips and 2 guides to separate the instrument panel cluster finish panel from the upper steering column cover.

    2. A01NEQ4

      Remove the 3 screws.

    3. Disengage the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.

      Note

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

    4. A01NF9A

      Disengage the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.

  13. 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. A01NG63E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Clamp
      *2 Claw

      Using pliers, expand the clamp.

    3. While holding the clamp expanded, raise the claw using a screwdriver to disengage it, and then remove the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering column assembly.

  14. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NG85

      Loosen the bolt.

    2. A01NHHKE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft assembly and power steering link assembly.

      Note

      Do not separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the power steering link assembly.

    3. Remove the bolt.

    4. Separate the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the power steering link assembly.

  15. REMOVE STEERING POST ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NHPD

      Disconnect the connector from the power steering ECU assembly.

    2. A01NCVD

      Disconnect the connector from the power steering ECU assembly.

      Tech Tips

      As shown in the illustration, turn the lock lever to disconnect the connector.

    3. Disconnect the connectors and disengage the wire harness clamps from the steering post assembly.

    4. A01NDFW

      Disengage the 2 wire harness clamps.

    5. A01NGLK

      Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and steering post assembly.

  16. REMOVE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NE2JE01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

      Remove the bolt.

    2. Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft assembly and steering column assembly.

    3. A01NGEZ

      Remove the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering column assembly.