Steering Column Replacement (with EPS)

Steering Column Replacement (with EPS)

Removal Procedure


Notice: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

* The steering column
* The intermediate shaft
* The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.

1. Remove the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
2. Remove the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement .
3. Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.




4. Remove the 3 electronic power steering motor control module bracket bolts (1) and the electronic power steering motor control module/bracket assembly (1).





Important: Scribe marks on the steering shaft coupling and the steering column shaft prior to removal in order to mark the correct alignment of the pieces.


5. Remove the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt (1) at the steering column and discard it.
6. Separate the steering shaft coupling from the steering column.




7. Remove the steering column lower support bracket bolt (1).




8. Remove the steering column upper support bracket bolts (1).
9. Remove the steering column from the vehicle and transfer any parts as needed.



Installation Procedure






Important: Hand tighten all steering column support bracket bolts before finalizing any torques.



Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .

1. Install and hand tighten the steering column upper support bracket bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).





2. Install and hand tighten the steering column lower support bracket bolt (1).

Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).


Important: Failure to transfer the scribed marks if replacing the steering column may result in an off-center steering wheel.


3. Align the scribed marks on the upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt to the scribed marks on the steering column shaft and connect them.




4. Install the new upper intermediate shaft pinch bolt (1).

Tighten the bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).





5. Install the electronic power steering motor control module/bracket assembly (1) and the 3 electronic power steering motor control module bracket bolts (1).

Tighten the bolts to 11.5 N.m (102 lb in)

6. Connect any electrical connectors as needed.
7. Install the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement .
8. Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
9. Refer to Power Steering Control Module Programming and Setup for programming and setup information.