SPIRAL CABLE REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.

    Note

    w/ Navigation System for HDD:

    After the engine 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 engine 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. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  3. 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 tilt away 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 engine switch is turned off.

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

    3. Turn the engine 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.

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A019MBT

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

  5. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A019MAD

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

  6. REMOVE STEERING PAD

    CAUTION:

    When storing the steering pad, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.


    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. A019KX4

      Using a screwdriver, push the 3 torsion springs to detach the 3 pins as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      Do not drop the steering pad.

      Tech Tips

      Insert the screwdriver from the installation holes in the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover and lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.

    4. A019MV1

      Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly and support the steering pad with one hand.

      Note

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

    5. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, release the 2 airbag connector locks.

    6. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the 2 airbag connectors.

      Note

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

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

  7. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Disconnect each connector from the spiral cable.

    2. w/ Steering Heater:


      1. A019OQ0

        Disconnect the connector.

    3. A019NOBE01
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark

      Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

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

    5. A019PFBE01
      Text in Illustration
      *a Turn
      *b 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.

  8. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER

    Note

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


    1. A019KKPE01
      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. A019MWZ

      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. A019KOA

      Disengage the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.

  9. REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE WITH SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Note


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

    • Do not rotate the spiral cable with the battery connected and the engine 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.


    1. A019JP2E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 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 the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

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

    3. A019OH0

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