Steering Column: Service and Repair

NOTE: In the event deployment has occurred, inspect coil assembly wire for any signs of scorching, melting or any other damage due to excessive heat. If the coil has been damaged, replace it.

Removal




1. Disable the SRS.
2. Remove the air bag assembly (4) from steering wheel (2) by removing two bolts (5). Lift air bag assembly out of steering wheel.
3. Disconnect the 2-pin yellow connector (7) and remove air bag assembly.
4. Disconnect horn lead connector (8).
5. Remove the steering wheel attachment nut (3).
6. Move the tires to the straight ahead position before removing the steering wheel and removing wheel with J-29752.
7. Apply a setting mark (6) across the steering wheel and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original position.
8. Feed wiring though the wheel and remove wheel.
9. Remove the steering lower cover.
10. Remove the driver knee bolster assembly.
11. Remove the steering column cover (1).
12. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors (10) located at the base of steering column.

CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel in direction of the shaft by using a hammer or other impact tools in an attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.

13. Remove the combination switch assembly with SRS coil (9).

NOTE: SRS coil is a part of combination switch assembly which cannot be replaced separately Therefore, be sure not to remove the SRS coil from the combination switch assembly

14. Remove the snap ring.
15. Remove the cushion rubber.
16. Disconnect shift lock cable (A/T only)
17. Disconnect the starter switch harness connector (12) located base of steering column.
18. Remove steering lock cylinder assembly (11).
19. Apply a setting mark across the universal joint and steering shaft to reassemble the parts in their original position.
20. Remove steering column assembly (13).

Installation




1. Install the steering column assembly (13) and align the setting marks on the universal joint and steering shaft made during removal.
2. Tighten the steering column fixing bolts (dash panel side) to the specified torque.
Torque: 19 Nm (14 lb.ft)
3. Tighten the steering column fixing bolts (Pedal bracket) to the specified torque.
Torque: 17 Nm (13 lb.ft)
4. Tighten the universal joint to the specified torque.
Torque: 25 Nm (18 lb.ft)
5. Install steering lock cylinder assembly (11).
6. Connect shift lock cable (For A/T)
7. Install cushion rubber.
8. Install snap ring.
9. Install the combination switch assembly with SRS coil (9).
10. Connect the wiring harness connector (10) located on the base of steering column.
11. Turn the SRS coil clockwise to full, return about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.

CAUTION: When turning the SRS coil clockwise to full, stop turning it resistance is felt. Further forced turning may damage the cable in the SRS coil.

12. Install steering column cover (1).

CAUTION: When installing the steering column cover, be sure to wire (through each harness) as illustrated so that the harnesses starter switch, combination switch and SRS coil may not catch wiring.

13. Install the steering wheel (2) and align the setting marks (6).
14. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut (3) to the specified torque.
Torque: 34 Nm (25 lb.ft)
15. Connect horn lead (8).
16. Connect air Bag wiring harness connector (7).

NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic cover (wire protector) of air bag to prevent lead wire from being pinched.

17. Install air bag into steering wheel and tighten bolts (5) to specified sequence as shown in figure.
Torque: 8 Nm (69 lb.in)

CAUTION: Never use the air bag assembly from another vehicle. Use only the air bag assembly torque.

18. Enable the SRS