Steering Hanger Beam Replacement

Steering Hanger Beam Replacement

NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

1. Remove the dashboard.
2. Remove the these items from the dashboard:
- Gauge control module
- Audio-HVAC-display module
- Center speaker




3. Remove the tweeters (A) on both sides by releasing the hooks (B) and detaching the tweeter connectors (C).




4. From the front of the dashboard, detach the harness clip (A).




5. Remove the glove box striker (A).
1. Remove the screws securing the glove box striker.
2. Detach the harness clip (B) from the glove box striker.




6. Remove the nuts, then remove the attach bracket (A).
7. Disconnect the passenger's airbag connector (B), and detach the harness clip (C).




8. From the back of the dashboard. Detach the harness clip (A) on the passenger's side.




9. From the back of the dashboard. Disconnect the sunlight sensor connector (A) and detach the harness clips (B).




10. Remove the bolts (A) and screws (B, C) securing the dashboard (D) and steering hanger beam (E), then separate them.

NOTE: Some screws and bolts may be difficult to see because they are hidden behind wire harnesses. If the cover does not come off easily, look for a screw or bolt that you might have missed.

11. Install the beam in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the dashboard wire harness is not pinched.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.