Disassembly/Assembly

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY





- When disassembling and assembling, unlock steering lock with key.
- Remove combination switch.
- Ensure that rounded surface of snap ring faces toward bearing when snap ring is installed.
- Install snap ring on upper shaft with a suitable tool.





- Steering lock
a. Break, self-shear type screws with a drill or other appropriate tool.





b. Install self-shear type screws and then tighten until screw heads break off.

Tilt Mechanism





- After installing steering column, check tilt mechanism operation,

INSPECTION





- When steering wheel does not turn smoothly, check the steering column as follows and replace damaged parts.
a. Check column bearings for damage or unevenness. Lubricate with recommended multipurpose grease or replace steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
b. Check jacket tube for deformation or breakage. When the vehicle is involved in a light collision, check column length "L." If it is not within specifications, replace steering column as an assembly.

Column length "L": 525.9 - 528.1 mm (20.70 - 20.79 inch)