Steering Column/EPS Control Unit Removal and Installation: Installation

NOTE: 

• How to read the torque specifications .
• 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/EPS Control Unit - Install

   1. Install the steering column/EPS control unit (A).

   Fig 1: Steering Column/EPS Control Unit Tightening Sequence With Torque Specifications

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   2. Tighten the bolts (B) and the nuts (C) to the specified torque in the numbered sequence shown.

   3. Install the clips (D).

   4. Connect the connectors (E).

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   5. Install the clips (A). 6. Connect the connector(s) (B).

2. Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover - Install
3. Combination Switch Body Assembly - Install

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   1. Install the combination switch body assembly (A). 2. Tighten the screws (B) in the numbered sequence shown.

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   3. Connect the connectors (A).

4. Column Cover - Install
5. Steering Joint - Connect

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   1. Cut the wire (A). 2. Slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) onto the pinion shaft (C). NOTE:  Pinion shaft with center guide: Install the steering joint by aligning the center guide (D). Pinion shaft without center guide: Position the steering column by aligning the gap (E) within the angle.

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   3. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft. 4. Loosely install the new steering joint bolt (C). 5. Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove of the pinion shaft. 6. Tighten the joint bolt to the specified torque. 7. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated.

6. Steering Joint Cover - Install

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   1. Install the clip (A) and the push nuts (B) in the numbered sequence shown. NOTE:  Check the steering joint cover for damage and cracks. If the steering joint cover is cracked, replace the steering joint cover.

7. Steering Wheel - Install 
8. Steering - Check

   1. After installation, check these items: Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times. Check that the EPS indicator does not come on. Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft splines.

9. Wheel Alignment - Check
10. VSA Sensor Neutral Position - Memorize