Removal

STEERING COLUMN: TILT AND TELESCOPIC MANUAL SWITCH: REMOVAL

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

(a) Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter Repair Instruction - Customize Parameters.

NOTICE:
Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.

HINT
Performing the above operation causes the AUTO TILT AWAY function to be disabled when the engine switch is turned off.

(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

(c) Turn the engine switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Repair Instruction - Initialization.

2. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER





(a) Remove the 3 screws.

HINT
Turn the steering wheel to the right and left as necessary to remove the 2 screws.

(b) Detach the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.





3. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER





(a) Detach the 4 clips.

(b) Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.

4. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC MANUAL SWITCH





(a) Disconnect the switch connector.

(b) Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and pull out the switch.

HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

NOTICE:
Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.