Steering Column: Service and Repair
STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONWarning Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL NOTE
Caution Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will collapse.
1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.
STEERING LOCK MOUNTING BOLTS AND BRACKET REMOVAL NOTE
1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.
2. Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.
3. Disassemble the steering lock component.
CYLINDER OUTER COMPONENT REMOVAL NOTE
Caution When replacing the cylinder outer component, the coil also must be replaced.
1. Set the key in the ACC position.
2. Keep pushing the button and remove the cylinder outer component.
STEERING LOCK MOUNTING BOLTS AND BRACKET INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.
2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.
3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.
4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.
STEERING SHAFT INSTALLATION NOTE
Caution Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.
1. Tighten bolt A.
2. Tighten bolt C.
3. Tighten bolt B from the right side.
4. Tighten nut D.
STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.
STEERING SHAFT INSPECTION
1. Inspect the following.
1. Column bearing for damage.
2. Steering shaft length.
^ Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Length
849.4 - 850.4 mm (33.4 - 33.5 inch)
2. Inspect the tilt operation.
1. Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from unlock position to lock position.
2. Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
^ Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.