Steering Column: Service and Repair

STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT





COMPONENTS

REMOVAL
1. Loosen the tapping screws and lift up the Driver Airbag Module and remove it.
2. Remove the lock nut and the washer.





CAUTION: Before doing these procedures, see the SRS section(RT Group. Play for vehicle equipped with SRS).

3. Remove the steering wheel with SST (09561-11001).





CAUTION: Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it;
doing so may damage the collapsible mechanism.

4. Remove the steering column lower and upper shrouds.





5. Remove the lower cover.





6. Disconnect the connectors and remove the multifunction switch.





7. Remove the bolts securing the coupling and universal joint. Pull out the universal joint from the gear box.
8. Remove the dust cover mounting bolts.





9. Remove the steering column mounting bolts (4 bolts).





10. Remove the steering column and shaft with the universal joint and cover.

INSPECTION
1. Check the steering shaft for damage, play and round movement.
2. Check the upper and lower bearing for wear or damage.
3. Check the joints for excessive play, damage or rough movement
4. Check the tilt bracket for cracks or damage.
5. Check the cover or boot for damage.
6. Check that the steering lock mechanism operates properly. If necessary, replace.

INSTALLATION
1. Before installation, apply multipurpose grease to the groove inside the bearing and contracting surfaces of the boot and cover assembly.
2. Connect the steering lower shaft and joint assembly.

NOTE: When installing, mount the U-joint to the gearbox first, then to the steering column shaft.

3. Install the dust cover to the column shaft assembly.
4. Install the steering column assembly to the column member assembly.
5. Install the multifunction switch and connect the connectors.
6. Install the lower cover and steering column upper and lower shroud.
7. Install the steering wheel.





NOTE: When installing, do not use a hammer because the collapsible column shall could be damaged.