Steering Column: Service and Repair
REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONSRS components are located in this area, Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE: Before removing the steering column, remove the driver's airbag assembly and cable reel.
CAUTION:
- Do not remove the steering angle sensor from the combination switch.
- When removing and installing the combination switch, keep grease, oil, dirt, and foreign objects out of the steering angle sensor.
1. Remove the steering wheel.
2. Remove the driver's side dashboard lower cover and knee bolster.
3. Remove the column covers.
4. Remove the combination switch assembly from the steering column shaft by disconnecting the connectors.
NOTE: When installing the combination switch, route the steering angle sensor harness over the windshield wiper/washer switch connector, as shown, so that the harness will not contact the upper column cover.
5. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors.
6. Remove the steering joint cover.
7. Disconnect the steering joint, and remove it from the column shaft.
8. Remove the steering column by removing the attaching nuts and bolt.
9. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
- Make sure the steering joint is connected as follows:
a. Insert the upper end of the steering joint onto the steering shaft (line up the bolt hole with the flat on the shaft).
b. Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the pinion shaft (line up the bolt hole with the groove around the shaft), and loosely install the lower joint bolt and washer. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
c. Loosely install the upper joint bolt and washer.
d. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated. Then tighten the joint bolts.
- Be sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any parts when installing the column.
- Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.
- Make sure the connectors are properly connected.
- Make sure the front wheels are in the straight ahead (mechanical neutral position), then let the ATTS control unit memorize the steering angle sensor neutral position.