Steering Column: Service and Repair

Steering Column Removal and Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component location: '00-05 models, '06-09 models, Locations and precautions, and procedures Technician Safety Information before doing repairs or service.

Removal

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure. Procedures

2. Remove the driver's airbag assembly:
- '00-05 models Drivers Airbag Replacement

- '06-09 models Drivers Airbag Replacement

3. Remove the steering wheel. Steering Wheel Removal

4. Remove the column covers (A).

5. Disconnect the wire harness connectors from the combination switch assembly/cable reel (B).

6. Remove the combination switch assembly/cable reel from the steering column shaft by the three screws.

7. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors from the under-dash fuse/relay box.

8. Remove the steering joint bolt (C).

9. Remove the steering column (D) by removing the attaching nuts (E) and bolts (F).






Installation

1. Install the steering column, and make sure the wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.

2. Insert the lower end of the steering joint (A) onto the steering shaft (B) (line up the bolt hole (C) with the flat portion (D) on the shaft).

3. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated, but do not pull excessively on the joint. Then install the steering joint bolt (E) and tighten it to the specified torque.









4. Finish the installation, and note these items:
- Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.

- Make sure the connectors are properly connected.

- Reinstall the steering wheel. Steering Wheel Installation

- Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure. Procedures

- Verify cruise control, horn, and turn signal switch operation.

- Check the wheel alignment. Service and Repair