Disassembly and Assembly

Disassembly and Assembly
^ When disassembling and assembling, unlock steering lock with key.





^ Install lock nut on steering column shaft and tighten the nut to specification.
25 - 34 Nm (2.5 - 3.5 kg-m, 18 - 25 ft. lbs.)
^ Steering lock





a) Break self-shear type screws using a drill or other appropriate tool.





b) Install self-shear type screws, then tighten until heads break off.

Inspection
^ If steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering column as follows and replace damaged parts.
a) Check column bearings for damage and unevenness. Lubricate with recommended multi-purpose grease or replace steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
b) Check jacket tube for deformation and breakage. Replace if necessary.





^ If the vehicle is involved in a light collision, check dimension "L". If it is not within specification, replace steering column as an assembly.
Column length "L": 863.1 - 864.7 mm (33.980 - 34.043 inch)

TILT MECHANISM





After installing steering column, check tilt mechanism operation (if equipped.)