STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Warning

• Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.) (See SERVICE CAUTIONS.)

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

3. If the steering lock component of a vehicle equipped with the advanced keyless system is replaced, perform the following procedure after installation.

• Without immobilizer system

- Steering lock unit programming (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM].)

• With immobilizer system

- Immobilizer system resetting (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/KEY ADDITION AND CLEARING [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM].)

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Steering Wheel Removal Note

Caution

• Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will collapse.

1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.

2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.

Steering Lock Mounting Bolts Removal Note

1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.

2. Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.

3. Disassemble the steering lock component.

Steering Lock Mounting Bolts Installation Note

1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.

2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.

3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.

4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.

Steering Shaft Installation Note

Caution

• Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.

1. Lock the tilt lever.

2. Tighten bolt A.

3. Tighten nut B.

4. Tighten nut C.

Steering Wheel Installation Note

1. Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.