Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement

Steering Wheel Position Sensor or Steering Shaft Lower Bearing Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Disable the SIR system.

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution.


2. Position the front wheels straight ahead and lock the steering column to prevent rotation of the steering wheel.

Notice: The wheels of the vehicle must be straight ahead and the steering column in the LOCK position before disconnecting the steering column or intermediate shaft from the steering gear. Failure to do so will cause the SIR coil assembly to become uncentered, which may cause damage to the coil assembly.

3. Remove the intermediate shaft from the steering column.
4. Remove the steering wheel position sensor retainer screws (1).
5. Remove the steering wheel position sensor retainer (2) from the base of the steering column.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the steering wheel position sensor.
7. Remove the steering wheel position sensor (3) from the steering column.

Installation Procedure





1. Position the steering wheel sensor (3) to the steering column.
2. Position the steering wheel sensor retainer plate (2) to the steering column.

3. Install the steering wheel position sensor retainer screws (1).
Tighten the screws to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Remove the steering wheel position sensor anti rotation pin from the sensor.
5. Connect the electrical connector to the steering wheel position sensor.
6. Install the intermediate shaft to the steering column.
7. Enable the SIR system.