Removal and Installation

STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN

CAUTION:
^ The rotation of the spiral cable is limited. If the steering gear must be removed, set the front wheels in the straight-ahead direction. Do not rotate the steering column while the steering gear is removed.
^ Remove the steering wheel before removing the steering lower joint to avoid damaging the SRS spiral cable.


Steering Wheel





1. Remove air bag module and spiral cable. Refer to Air Bags and Seat Belts.





2. Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel.
a. Set the front wheels in the straight ahead position.
b. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right end position. Align the two marks.

CAUTION: The spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if the cable is installed in an improper position. Also, with the steering linkage disconnected, the cable may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited number of turns. (The spiral cable can be turned up to 2.5 turns from the neutral position to both the right and left.)





3. Remove steering wheel with Tool.





4. Remove key interlock cable, (A/T models).


Steering Column

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 coupling joint, be sure tightening bolt faces cutout portion.





3. Align slit of lower joint with projection on dust cover. Insert joint until it stops.

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