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Steering Column/EPS Control Unit: Installation

NOTE:
  • SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations , and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
  • Do not release the lock lever until the steering column/EPS control unit is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column after installation.
  1. Steering Column - Install

    1. Install the steering column/EPS control unit (A).

    Fig 1: Steering Column Bolts Tightening Sequence With Torque Specifications
    GHH373498Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    2. Tighten a new attaching bolts (B) to the specified torque in the numbered sequence shown.

  2. Combination Switch - Install

    1. Install the combination switch (A).

    USA models 

    GHH373499Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    Canada and Mexico models 

    GHH373500Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.

    2. Tighten the screws (B) in the numbered sequence shown.

    3. Connect the connectors (C).

    4. Install the clips (D).

  3. Column Cover - Install 
  4. Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover - Install
  5. Steering Joint - Connect
    GHH373501Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    		 1. Cut the wire (A).

    2. Slip the lower end of the steering joint (B) onto the pinion shaft (C).

    NOTE:
    • Pinion shaft with center guide: Install the steering joint by aligning the center guide (D).
    • Pinion shaft without center guide: Position the steering column by aligning the gap (E) within the angle.
    Fig 2: Steering Joint Bolt With Torque Specifications
    GHH373502Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC.
    3. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft.

    4. Loosely install a new steering joint bolt (C).

    5. Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.

    6. Tighten the steering joint bolt to the specified torque.

    NOTE:

    Install the steering joint bolt and tighten it within 5 minutes using the specified tightening torque.

    7. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated.

    8. Install the steering joint cover (D).

    NOTE:

    Check the steering joint cover for damage and cracks. If the steering joint cover is cracked, replace the steering joint cover.
  6. Center Console Side Cover - Install (Driver's Side)
  7. Kick Panel - Install - Refer to: Interior Trim Removal and Installation - Door Areas
  8. Front Door Sill Trim - Install - Refer to: Interior Trim Removal and Installation - Door Areas
  9. Steering Wheel - Install 
  10. Driver's Airbag - Install
  11. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Connect
  12. Steering - Check
    1. After installation, check these items:
    • Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times.
    • Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.
    • Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft splines.
  13. Wheel Alignment - Check
  14. VSA Sensor Neutral Position - Memorization
  15. Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position - Clear
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