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STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY REMOVAL

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CAUTION:

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

Note:

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

  • Do not rotate the spiral cable without the steering wheel with the auxiliary 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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    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.

    Table 1. Waiting Time before Disconnecting Cable from Negative (-) Battery Terminal
    Specification Waiting Time
    w/o Telematics transceiver 60 sec.
    w/ Telematics transceiver 120 sec.
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    PRECAUTION (w/ Air Suspension)

    Note:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (Click here).

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    PRECAUTION

    Note:

    Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (Click here).

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    ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

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    REMOVE REAR DECK FLOOR BOX


    1. A01NIBL

      Remove the 3 clips and the rear deck floor box.

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    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.

      Tip:

      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).

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    REMOVE FRONT WHEEL LH

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    REMOVE STEERING PAD

    Tip:

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

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    REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Disconnect each connector from the spiral cable.

    2. w/ Steering Heater:


      1. A01NNFP

        Disconnect the connector.

    3. A01NIURE01

      Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

      Table 2. Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark

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

    5. A01NJZZE01

      Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

      Table 3. Text in Illustration
      *a Turn
      *b Hold
      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.

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    REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (for LHD)

    Tip:

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

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    REMOVE BRAKE PEDAL SUPPORT ASSEMBLY (for RHD)

    Tip:

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

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    REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER

    Note:

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


    1. A01NKVRE01

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

      Table 4. Text in Illustration
      *1 Instrument Panel Cluster Finish Panel
    2. A01NMV8

      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. A01NKMK

      Disengage the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.

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    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. A01NJ7UE01

      Using pliers, expand the clamp.

      Table 5. Text in Illustration
      *1 Clamp
      *2 Claw

    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.

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    SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NLYR

      Loosen the bolt.

    2. A01NNDCE01

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

      Table 6. Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark
      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.

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    REMOVE STEERING POST ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NL4R

      Disconnect the connector from the power steering ECU assembly.

    2. A01NKJL

      Disconnect the connector from the power steering ECU assembly.

      Tip:

      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. A01NK94

      Disengage the 2 wire harness clamps.

    5. A01NILX

      Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and steering post assembly.

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    REMOVE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY


    1. A01NMSEE01

      Remove the bolt.

      Table 7. Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

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

    3. A01NLZE

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