Steering Column/EPS Control Unit Removal and Installation: Removal

NOTE: 

• SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations , and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
• Do not release the lock lever until the steering column/EPS control unit is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column after installation.

1. Steering Column Tilt and Telescopic Position - Set

   1. Set the steering column to the center tilt position, and to the center telescopic position.

2. Steering Wheel - Remove 
3. Steering Joint Cover - Remove

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4. Steering Joint - Disconnect

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   1. Hold the spline shaft (A) on the column with a piece of wire (B) between the joint yoke (C) of the spline shaft and the joint yoke (D) of the spline tube to prevent the lower spline shaft from pulling out.

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   2. Remove the steering joint bolt (A).

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   3. Disconnect the steering joint (A) from the pinion shaft (B). NOTE:  If the center guide (C) is in place and has not moved, leave it in place. If the center guide has come off, discard it.

5. Column Cover - Remove
6. Combination Switch Body Assembly - Remove

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   1. Disconnect the connectors (A).

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   2. Remove the combination switch body assembly (A) from the steering column shaft.

7. Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover - Remove
8. Steering Column/EPS Control Unit - Remove

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   1. Disconnect the connector(s) (A). 2. Remove the clips (B).

   3. Disconnect the connectors (A).

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   4. Remove the clips (B).

   5. Remove the steering column/EPS control unit (C).