SPIRAL CABLE INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing it Click here.


  1. INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY


    1. Check that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.

    2. Set the turn signal switch to the neutral position.

      Note

      Make sure that the turn signal switch is in the neutral position, as the pin of the turn signal switch may be snapped.

    3. Install the spiral cable.

      Note

      When replacing the spiral cable with a new one, remove the lock pin before installing the steering wheel.

    4. Connect the connectors to the spiral cable.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.

  2. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER

  3. INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER LOWER

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    1. Install the cover with the 3 screws.

  4. POSITION SPIRAL CABLE

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    1. Slowly rotate the spiral cable counterclockwise by hand until it feels firm.

      Note

      Do not use the airbag wire harness to turn the spiral cable.

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      Rotate the spiral cable clockwise approximately 2.5 turns to align the marks.

      Note

      Do not use the airbag wire harness to turn the spiral cable.

      Tech Tips

      The spiral cable will rotate approximately 2.5 turns to the left and right from the center.

  5. INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


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      Align the matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.

    2. Install the steering set nut.

      Torque:
      50 N*m  { 510 kgf*cm, 37 ft.*lbf }

  6. INSTALL STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY


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      Support the steering pad with one hand.

    2. Connect the connector to the steering pad.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.

    3. Connect the horn connector.

    4. Confirm that the groove along the circumference of the "TORX" screw is attached to the screw case and place the steering pad onto the steering wheel.

    5. Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, tighten the 2 screws.

      Torque:
      8.8 N*m  { 90 kgf*cm, 78 in.*lbf }

  7. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  8. INSPECT STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY


    1. With the steering pad installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad with a new one:

      Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.

    2. Make sure that the horn sounds.

      If the horn does not sound, inspect the horn system.

  9. PERFORM INITIALIZATION


    1. Perform initialization Click here.

      Note

      Certain systems need to be initialized after disconnecting and reconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

  10. CHECK SRS WARNING LIGHT


    1. Check the SRS warning light Click here.

  11. INSPECT STEERING WHEEL POSITION