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Steering Column Assembly: Removal: Removal

WARNING:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing the steering column, refer to PRECAUTION .

  1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD 
  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL 
    1. Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter, refer to CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS .
      NOTE:

      Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.

      HINT: 

      Performing the above operation causes the AUTO TILT AWAY function to be disabled when the engine switch is turned off.

    2. Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.
    3. Turn the engine switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
      WARNING:

      Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

      NOTE:

      When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected, refer to INITIALIZATION .

  3. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS 
  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 3
  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
  6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY  See step  8
  7. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER 
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Steering Column Cover With Screws And Claws
    GTY244540Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Remove the 3 screws.
    2. Detach the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.
      NOTE:

      Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.

  8. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER 
    Fig 2: Identifying Upper Steering Column Cover With Clips
    GTY244541Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Detach the 4 clips.
    2. Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.
  9. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC MANUAL SWITCH 
    Fig 3: Locating Tilt And Telescopic Manual Switch Connector
    GTY110419Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Disconnect the switch connector.
    2. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and pull out the switch.

      HINT: 

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      NOTE:

      Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.

  10. REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    Fig 4: Locating Combination Switch Connectors
    GTY211871Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Disconnect the 5 connectors from the combination switch with spiral cable.
    2. Using pliers, hold the clamp and raise the claw with a screwdriver. Then remove the combination switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering column assembly.
      Fig 5: Identifying Combination Switch Assembly With Spiral Cable Sub-Assembly
      GTY294110Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  11. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL CUSHION  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 14
  12. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 15
  13. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 27
  14. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 28
  15. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 29
  16. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 30
  17. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 5
  18. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 33
  19. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 34
  20. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 35
  21. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 36
  22. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 8
  23. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS PROTECTOR AND WIRE HARNESS 
    1. Detach the 3 claws to disconnect the wire harness protector and wire harness.
      Fig 6: Identifying Claws On Wire Harness Protector And Wire Harness
      GTY109501Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  24. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 12
  25. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY 
    1. Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft and the steering column.
      Fig 7: Identifying Matchmarks On Steering Intermediate Shaft And Steering Column
      GTY244539Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the bolt.
    3. Remove the 4 nuts and steering column.
      Fig 8: Locating Steering Column Nuts
      GTY234520Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  26. REMOVE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY 
    1. Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft and the No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.
      Fig 9: Identifying Matchmarks On No. 2 Steering Intermediate Shaft Assembly And Steering Intermediate Shaft Assembly
      GTY109498Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the bolt, and then pull out the intermediate shaft toward the inside of the vehicle.
  27. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 
    1. Hold the clamp with needle nose pliers, then insert a screwdriver and turn it in the direction shown in the illustration to remove the clamp of the steering column hole cover.
      Fig 10: Removing Clamp Of Steering Column Hole Cover
      GTY126005Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Remove the 4 bolts and nut with the steering column hole cover from the vehicle.
      Fig 11: Locating Steering Column Hole Cover Bolts And Nut
      GTY215648Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  28. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT 
    1. Loosen the bolt and remove the No. 2 intermediate shaft.
      Fig 12: Locating No. 2 Steering Intermediate Shaft Bolt
      GTY109499Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      NOTE:

      It is possible to install the intermediate shaft to the same position it was removed from without placing matchmarks due to the dust cover part labeled A. Therefore, do not remove the dust cover from the steering link.

      HINT: 

      If the dust cover is removed/installed or replaced, place matchmarks on the dust cover and steering link.

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