CAUTION: Before handling the airbag system components, refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION 1. Set the tire to the straight-ahead position. 2. Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. NOTE 3. Remove the driver’s airbag module. Driver’s Airbag Module > REMOVAL 4. Remove the steering wheel. Steering Wheel > REMOVAL 5. Remove the cover assembly - column. (1) Remove the clips, and remove the cover - column (a). (2) Remove the screws. (3) Release the claws, and remove the cover assembly - column UPR (b) and the cover assembly - column LWR (c). 6. Remove the steering roll connector. Roll Connector > REMOVAL 7. Remove the switch assembly - combination wiper select. Combination Switch (Wiper) > REMOVAL 8. Remove the switch assembly - combination turn dimmer. (1) Disconnect the connector. (2) Using pliers, loosen the clamp. (3) With the clamp loosened, release the claw using a flat tip screwdriver, and remove the switch assembly - combination turn dimmer. |
Assembly
1. Before assembly, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.• Visually check the lateral link assembly - front for damage and deformation.• Visually check the bushing for abnormal cracks, fatigue or damage.• Visually check the dust cover on the ball j ...