Removal and Installation

Removal

CAUTION:
^ The rotation of the spiral cable (SRS "AIR BAG" component part) is limited. If the steering gear must be removed, set the front wheels in the straight-ahead direction. Do not rotate the steering column while the steering gear is removed.
^ Remove the steering wheel before removing the steering lower joint to avoid damaging the SRS spiral cable.

1. Remove driver air bag module and spiral cable. Refer to Restraint Systems.
2. Remove driver lower finisher and reinforcement.
3. Remove position indicator wire.
4. Remove side ventilator duct on driver side.
5. Remove shift control cable.
6. Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition switch, shift lock solenoid and combination switch.
7. Remove two screws securing combination switch and remove combination switch.
8. Remove four nuts attaching steering column and remove steering column.

Installation

^ Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Refer to Restraint Systems.
^ When installing steering column, finger tighten all lower bracket and clamp retaining bolts; then tighten them securely. Do not apply undue stress to steering column.





^ When attaching upper joint, be sure tightening bolt faces cutout portion.





^ When installing intermediate shaft, align slit of lower joint with pinion shaft. Insert joint until surface A contacts surface B.

CAUTION: After installation, turn steering wheel to make sure it moves smoothly. Ensure that the number of turns from the straight forward position to left and right locks are the same. Be sure that the steering wheel is in a neutral position when driving straight ahead.