Removal and Installation

1. Disarm airbag system.
2. Ensure front wheels are straight.
3. Using Torx wrench T30, loosen steering wheel pad retaining screws. Loosen screws until groove along screw circumference catches on screw case.
4. Pull wheel pad out from steering wheel and disconnect airbag electrical connector. When removing airbag, ensure not to pull airbag wire harness.
5. Remove steering wheel set nut, then place scribe marks on steering wheel and main shaft.
6. Using tool No. SST 09213-31021 or equivalent, remove steering wheel.
7. On LS 400 models, remove wire harness spool cover.
8. On all models, remove connector from spool body, then separate harness holder.
9. Remove spiral cable subassembly.

Fig. 4 Steering Column Replacement:

10. Remove steering column, Fig. 4.
11. Reverse procedure to install.