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.
Specification | Waiting Time |
---|---|
w/o Telematics transceiver | 60 sec. |
w/ Telematics transceiver | 120 sec. |
ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
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.
Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.
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.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Disengage the claw to remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Disengage the claw to remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.
REMOVE STEERING PAD
CAUTION:
When storing the steering pad, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.
Check that the engine switch is off.
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.
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.
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.
Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, release the 2 airbag connector locks.
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.
Disconnect the horn connector to remove the steering pad.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Disconnect each connector from the spiral cable.
w/ Steering Heater:
Disconnect the connector.
*a | Matchmark |
Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.
Put matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and steering main shaft.
*a | Turn |
*b | Hold |
Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.
Note
Apply a small amount of grease to the threads and tip of SST (09953-05020) before use.
REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER
Note
Removing the lower steering column cover in the incorrect order will cause the parts to break.
*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.
Remove the 3 screws.
Disengage the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.
Note
Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.
Disengage the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.
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 | 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.
Disconnect the other connector form the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.
Disengage the 3 claws and remove the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly.