Disassembly And Assembly: Notes

CAUTION:

Do not reuse the product that has been dropped because its internal components may be defective even if it has no apparent damage.
Always keep motor (EPS-ECU) away from the matter that generates magnetic force.
Handle carefully to prevent binding or damage of the wiring harness.
When replacing the electric steering lock, complete the chassis number registration (Refer to CHECK OF ENGINE SWITCH REMINDER TONE ALARM ).

Fig 1: Disassembling/Assembling Steering Column Shaft Assembly Components With Torque Specification

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

Required Special Tools:

NOTE:

A steering lock, a steering lock bracket and a steering lock bolt are supplied as a single unit. A mechanical steering lock assembly (a mechanical steering lock, a steering lock bracket, a steering lock bolt, a key reminder switch/key ring antenna assembly and an ignition switch are included.) <Vehicles without KOS> or an electric steering lock assembly (a electric steering lock, a steering lock bracket and a steering lock bolt are included.) <Vehicles with KOS> is also supplied.
When the steering lock assembly is supplied, the steering lock bracket is assembled to the steering lock and the steering lock bolt head (upper) is broken off.
For removal and installation of key reminder switch/key ring antenna and ignition switch, Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
*: After removing the spacer and the rubber spring, be careful not to lose them.