SRS Components

Removal and Installation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions, and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.

Removal
1. Record the radio station presets, and disconnect the battery.
2. Remove the driver's airbag, steering wheel, and cable reel.





3. Set the column shaft (A) in the neutral position by pulling up the steering column to uppermost position, then lower it 8 mm (0.31 inch). Tighten the tilt lever (B).





4. Remove the column covers (A).
5. Move the shift lever (B) to the E| position, and remove the shift cable from the column, and set it aside.
6. Remove the combination switch assembly (C) from the steering column shaft by removing the three mounting screws, and disconnecting the connectors.
7. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors and disconnect the harness clips.
8. Disconnect the immobilizer receiver unit, the park pin switch, and the shift lock solenoid.
9. Remove the steering joint cover (D).
10. Disconnect the steering joint (E), and remove it from the column shaft.
11. Remove the steering column (F) by removing the attaching nuts and bolts.

Installation
1. Install the steering column and make sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.





2. Insert the upper end of the steering joint onto the steering shaft (A) (line up the bolt hole (B) with the flat portion (C) on the shaft).
3. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft (D) (line up the bolt hole (E) with the groove (F) around the shah), and loosely install the lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
4. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated. Then install the upper joint bolt and tighten it.
5. Finish the installation in the reverse order of disassembly, and note these items:
- Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.
- Make sure the connectors are properly connected.
- Reinstall the steering wheel.
- Reconnect the battery.
- Do the PCM idle learn procedure.
- Do the power window control unit reset procedure.
- Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then the customer's radio station preset's.
- Set the clock.
- Verify cruise control, horn, radio remote, and turn signal switch operation.
- Make sure the steering wheel is centered.