Repair Procedure

How to use this manual .

WARNING:

SRS components are located in this area. Before doing repairs or service:
- Review the SRS component locations .
- Review the precautions and procedures .

Fig 1: Steering Wheel/Column Area Replacement Components With Torque Specifications

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: Torque, Nm (lbfft)

: Replace

: Warning/Caution

: Inspection/Adjustment

*: Learning

■: SPL Tool

: Required Removal

A.-
WARNING:
- Review the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service .
- Wait at least 3 minutes, after disconnecting the 12 volt battery terminal.
NOTICE:
- If you are replacing the driver's airbag after a deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment - Refer to: Airbag and Tensioner Disposal () or SRS Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment () for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.
- If the driver's airbag deployed, the cable reel cannot be reused because of thermal damage.
Preconditions
- 12 Volt Battery Terminal Disconnected
Sub-Procedure

Removal
- Insert a punch (a) through the hole of the steering body cover and push the spring (b) to release the driver's airbag pin (c) while pulling out the airbag. Repeat for the other sides. (Figure 1)
Punch Specifications (Figure 1)

Standard Value

d 5.5 mm (0.217 in)

Figure 1

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Installation

1. Install the driver's airbag (e) by pushing it in until you hear a click. (Figure 2)

NOTE:
Confirm that the driver's airbag pins are securely mounted to the springs.

Figure 2

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2. Make sure the clearance (f) between the steering wheel and horn pad is the specified value. (Figure 3)

Specifications (Figure 3)

Standard Value

f 3.0 ± 0.5 mm (0.118 ± 0.020 in)

Figure 3

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After Installation
- 12 Volt Battery Terminal Reconnect
- Make sure the horn works properly.
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
B.-
Preconditions
- Front Wheels Straight Ahead Positioned
Sub-Procedure

Removal

NOTE: Remove the old sealant from the threads in the column shaft.

Figure 1

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Installation

NOTICE:

A new cable reel is locked by a yellow tab for center adjustment. When installing the new cable reel there is no need to rotate the cable. After the tab is removed, discard it after installing the cable reel.

1. Make sure the front wheels are pointing straight ahead.

2. Rotate the cable reel (a) clockwise until it stops. (Figure 1)

3. Rotate the cable reel counterclockwise until the arrow mark (b) on the cable reel points straight up. (Figure 1)

4. Rotate the cable reel counterclockwise two full turns. The arrow mark on the cable reel should point straight up.

Figure 2

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5. Position the steering wheel hub (c) so that it engages the pin (d) of the cable reel. (Figure 2)

NOTE:
When installing the steering wheel, do not give an impact in the axial direction of the column shaft.

Figure 3

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6. Install a new bolt (e), and tighten it to the specified torque. (Figure 3)

NOTE:
Make sure that the cable reel subharness (f) is routed above the SRS harness (g). (Figure 3)

NOTE: Install the bolt and tighten it within 5 minutes to the specified tightening torque.

After Installation
- Check the operation of the switch on the steering wheel.
- Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel is not centered), correct the engagement of the wheel/column shaft splines.
- VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization - Refer to: VSA Modulator-Control Unit Update () or VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization ()
- Drive straight and check that the steering wheel is in the straight position.
C.-
Preconditions
- Adjust the steering column to the full tilt down position, and to the full telescopic out position.
Sub-Procedure

Removal
- Release the clips, then lift up the dashboard meter visor blind cover (a).
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D.-
Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:
- Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover
Sub-Procedure

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Removal
- Refer to the figure.
E.-
WARNING:
- Review the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service .
- Wait at least 3 minutes, after disconnecting the 12 volt battery terminal.
NOTICE:
- If you are replacing the driver's airbag after a deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment - Refer to: Airbag and Tensioner Disposal () or SRS Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment () for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.
- If the driver's airbag deployed, the cable reel cannot be reused because of thermal damage.
Preconditions
- Front Wheels Straight Ahead Positioned
- 12 Volt Battery Terminal Disconnected
Sub-Procedure

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Removal
- Refer to the figure.
Installation

NOTICE:

Make sure the front wheels are in the straight ahead position.

After Installation
- 12 Volt Battery Terminal Reconnect
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
F.-
Sub-Procedure

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Removal
- Refer to the figure.
G.-
Sub-Procedure

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Removal
- Refer to the figure.

H.-

Sub-Procedure

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Installation

Tightening Procedure

Object	Specification
All Screws	→ →

I.-

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Sub-Procedure

Installation

NOTICE:

Check the steering joint cover for damage and cracks. If the steering joint cover is cracked, replace the steering joint cover.

J.-

NOTICE:

Do not release the lock lever until the steering column is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column after installation.
Be careful not to damage the brake pedal position switch.

Preconditions

Set the steering column to the down tilt position, and to the long telescopic position.

Key Information

Do the following before starting your work.

Remove:

Driver's Knee Airbag

Sub-Procedure

NOTICE:

Be careful not to separate the lower shaft from the upper shaft.

Figure 1

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Removal

NOTICE:

If the center guide (a) is in place and has not moved, leave it in place. (Figure 1)
If the center guide has come off, discard it.

Figure 2

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Installation

1. If the lower slide shaft and the upper slide shaft got separated, align the marks (b) and insert the lower slide shaft into the upper slide shaft. (Figure 2)

NOTE:

Do not allow dust, dirt, or other foreign materials into the lower shaft splines.
After installation, make sure the lower shaft moves in and out smoothly.

NOTE: Depending on the model, the marks may be a numerical value.

Figure 3

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2. Refer to figure 3.

Tightening Procedure (Figure 3)

Step	Operation	Object	Specification
1	Temporarily Tighten	All Bolts/Nuts	-
2	Tighten	All Bolts/Nuts	→

Figure 4

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3. Insert the pinion shaft to the steering joint. (Figure 4)

Pinion shaft with center guide: Install the steering joint by aligning the center guide.
Pinion shaft without center guide: Position the steering column by aligning the gap (c) within the angle. (Figure 4)

Vehicle Directions (Figure 4)

Position	Direction
d	Front

Specifications (Figure 4)

Standard Value
e	76° 10°

4. Align the bolt hole (f) on the steering joint with the groove (g) around the pinion shaft. (Figure 4)

After Installation

Steering Check.
- Check the tilt mechanism and the telescopic mechanism for movement and damage.
Wheel Alignment Check
VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization - Refer to: VSA Modulator-Control Unit Update () or VSA Sensor Neutral Position Memorization ()

Standard Value
d	5.5 mm (0.217 in)

Standard Value
f	3.0 ± 0.5 mm (0.118 ± 0.020 in)