Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Tilt Actuator



Tilt Actuator Assembly Replacement
Removal Procedure





1. Caution: Refer to Restraint Systems in Service and Precautions.

Disable the SIR system. Refer to Restraint Systems Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in Restraint Systems.
2. Remove the knee bolster.
3. Remove the lower trim cover.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the tilt actuator assembly.
5. Remove the fasteners (3) from the tilt actuator assembly.
6. Remove the tilt actuator assembly (2) from the steering column.
7. Remove the potentiometer housing (1) from the tilt actuator assembly.





8. Disconnect the tilt cable from the tilt actuator assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the black end of the tilt actuator cable assembly to the steering column.





2. Install the potentiometer housing (1) to the tilt actuator assembly (2).
3. Install the white end of the tilt actuator cable to the tilt actuator assembly.

4. Notice: Install the tilt actuator assembly and the retaining screws.

Tighten the screws to 1.5 Nm (13 inch lbs.).
5. Connect the electrical connector to the tilt actuator.
6. Install the lower trim cover.
7. Install the knee bolster.
8. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Restraint Systems Disabling and Enabling Zone 3 in Restraint Systems.