Removal and Installation

REMOVAL
1. Remove steering wheel.
2. Remove lower finisher and reinforcement LH.
3. Disconnect electrical connectors from the ignition switch and combination switch.
4. Remove three screws securing combination switch and remove combination switch.
5. Remove key interlock cable (A/T models).
6. Remove bolt from lower joint.
7. Remove two nuts and two bolts securing steering column and remove steering column.

INSTALLATION
Reverse the removal procedure to install, noting the following:
1. When installing steering column, finger tighten all lower bracket and clamp retaining bolts; then tighten them securely. Do not apply undue stress to steering column.





2. When attaching lower coupling joint, be sure tightening bolt faces cutout portion.

CAUTION: After installation, turn steering wheel to make sure it moves smoothly. Ensure the number of turns from the straight forward position to left and right locks are the same. Be sure that the steering wheel is in a neutral position when driving straight ahead.