SPIRAL CABLE REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  2. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

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  3. 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.


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

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

      Tech Tips

      Spread the claw to disengage it.

    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.

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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Service Hole *2 Protective Tape

      Tech Tips

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  4. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER


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

  5. REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE WITH SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Note


    • Do not replace the spiral cable with the battery connected and the power switch on (IG).

    • Do not rotate the spiral cable with the battery 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 steering sensor from the spiral cable.


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      Disconnect the connectors from the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.

      Note

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

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