SPIRAL CABLE REMOVAL


  1. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

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  2. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER

    Note

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


    1. A00404U

      Push the right and left sides of the lower steering column cover to disengage the 4 claws.

    2. A00422S

      Insert fingers into the opening of the tilt lever of the lower steering column cover to disengage the 2 claws.

      Tech Tips

      Spread the claws to disengage them.

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

      A0043MWE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Service Hole *b Protective Tape

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  3. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER


    1. A0041E6

      Disengage the 2 claws and 2 pins to remove the upper steering column cover.

  4. REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE WITH SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Note


    • Do not replace the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly with the negative (-) auxiliary battery cable connected and the power switch on (IG).

    • Do not rotate the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly without the steering wheel with the negative (-) auxiliary battery cable connected and the power switch on (IG).

    • Ensure that the steering wheel is installed and aligned straight when inspecting the steering sensor.

    • Do not remove the spiral cable from the steering sensor.


    1. A00428LE02
      Text in Illustration
      *a Slider

      Slide the slider to release the lock, and then disconnect the yellow airbag connector from the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.

      Note

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

    2. Disconnect the other connector from the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.

    3. A0043LF

      Disengage the 3 claws to remove the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.