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Steering Column: Installation

  1. Temporarily install the sliding yoke and bolt A  .
  2. Install steering column assembly  :
    1. Install the steering column assembly with the 2 set bolts and nuts. Torque: 26 N.m (260 kgf.cm, 19 ft.lbf) 
    2. Connect the connectors.
  3. Connect sliding yoke  :
    1. Align the matchmarks on the sliding yoke and control valve shaft.
      Fig 1: Locating Sliding Yoke & Control Valve Shaft Matchmarks
      G01082996Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the bolt B. Torque: 35 N.m (360 kgf.cm, 26 ft.lbf)  .
    3. Torque the bolt A. Torque: 35 N.m (360 kgf.cm, 26 ft.lbf)  .
  4. Install the column hole cover with the 5 bolts  . Torque: 4.9 N.m (50 kgf.cm, 43 in..lbf) 
  5. Install the No. 2 heater to register duct with the clip  .
  6. Install spiral cable .
  7. Install combination switch with spiral cable  :
    1. Install the combination switch with spiral cable with the 3 screws.
    2. Connect the airbag connector.
    3. Connect the 3 connectors.
  8. Install column upper and lower covers 
    1. Install the column upper cover with the screw.
    2. Install the column lower cover with the 3 screws.
  9. Install the lower LH instrument panel insert with the 2 bolts  .
  10. Install lower LH instrument finish panel  :
    1. Connect the hood lock control cable.
    2. Install the lower LH instrument finish panel with the 2 bolts.
  11. Install front door scuff plate and cowl side trim  .
  12. Center spiral cable  :
    1. Check that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.
    2. Turn the spiral cable counterclockwise by hand until it becomes harder to turn.
      3. NOTE: The cable will rotate about 2.5 turns to either left or right of the center.
      Fig 2: Locating Spiral Cable Matchmarks
      G01082997Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Then rotate the spiral cable clockwise about 2.5 turns to align the marks.
  13. Install steering wheel  :
    1. Align the matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft assembly.
    2. Install the steering wheel set nut. Torque: 50 N.m (510 kgf.cm, 37 ft.lbf)  .
    3. Connect the connector.
    14. NOTE:
    • Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace with new ones.
    • Make sure the wheel pad is installed with the specified torque.
    • If the wheel pad has been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case or connector, replace the wheel pad with a new one.
    • When installing the wheel pad, take care that the wirings do not interfere with other parts and that they are not pinched between other parts.
  14. Install steering wheel pad  :
    1. Connect the airbag connector.
    2. Install the wheel pad after confirming that the circumference groove of the torx screws is caught on the screw case.
    3. Using a torx socket wrench, install the 2 screws. Torque: 8.8 N.m (90 kgf.cm, 78 in..lbf)  .
    4. Install the 2 steering wheel lower No. 2 covers.
  15. Check steering wheel center point  .
    Fig 3: Locating Steering Pad Torx Screws
    G01082998Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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