Disconnect each switch connector installed to steering column assembly, and then disconnect harness from steering column assembly.
Lower shaft assembly (1)
Remove bolt (A) and nut (B) of column upper joint (2).
Remove steering column assembly and nuts, then remove steering column assembly.
Inspection AFTER REMOVAL
Hole Cover Seal, Hole Cover and Lower Shaft Assembly
Check each part of hole cover seal, hole cover and steering column and lower shaft assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace if necessary.
Steering Column Assembly
Check each part of steering column assembly for damage or other malfunctions. Replace entire steering column assembly if any parts are damaged.
Measure the length (L) as shown if vehicle has been involved in a minor collision. Replace steering column assembly if outside the specifications.
NOTE:
To get the neutral position of rack, turn gear sub-assembly and measure the distance of inner socket, and then measure the intermediate position of the distance.
Align rear cover cap projection (A) with the marking position (B) of gear housing assembly.
Install slit part of lower shaft assembly (C) aligning with the projection (A) of rear cover cap (1). Make sure that the slit part of lower shaft assembly (C) is aligned with both the projection (A) of rear cover cap (1) and the marking position (B) of gear housing assembly.