Disassembly and Assembly

Disassembly and Assembly





^ When disassembling and assembling, unlock steering lock with key.
^ Remove combination switch.
^ Install lock nut on steering column shaft and tighten the nut.
^ Steering lock





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





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

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 multi-purpose grease or replace steering column as an assembly, if necessary.
b) Check jacket tube for deformation or breakage. Replace if necessary.
^ When the vehicle comes into a light collision, check length "L".
Steering column length "L": 542 - 544 mm (21.34 - 21.42 inch)
If out of the specifications, replace steering column as an assembly.

TILT MECHANISM





^ After installing steering column, check tilt mechanism operation.