Steering Angle Sensor: Service and Repair

Rear Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Notice:
Refer vehicle Lifting.

Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.





2. Remove the steering gear protection shield (1) retaining bolts (3).





3. Disconnect the electrical connector (1).





4. Notice:
When removing the rear position cover from the steering gear be careful not to damage to the rear position sensor.

Remove the rear wheel position sensor cover (4) from the steering gear by prying on the cover using the slot.

5. Remove the rear wheel position sensor retaining bolts (3).

6. Important:
Check the inner tie rod boot for wear or damage.

If the boots are damaged replace the steering gear actuator.

7. Important:
Maintain the sensor position. Do not turn the sensor.
Remove the rear wheel position sensor (2) from the steering gear.

Installation Procedure





1. Important:
Make sure the O-ring (1) is installed.

Install the rear wheel position sensor (2) to the steering gear.

2. Important:
Be careful to maintain the position of the replacement sensor.

Remove the pin retaining the position of the new sensor and immediately install the sensor to the steering gear.

3. Notice:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the rear wheel position sensor retaining bolts. Apply LOCTITE 242 blue.
^ Tighten the bolts to 4 Nm (35 inch lbs.).

4. Install the rear wheel position sensor cover (4).





5. Connect the electrical connector (1).





6. Install the steering gear protection shield (1) and retaining bolts (3).
^ Tighten the steering gear protection shield retaining bolts to 180 Nm (132 ft. lbs.).
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Perform a four wheel alignment.