Disassembly and 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 multi-purpose 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)