Removal and Installation

NOTE: 

• How to read the torque specifications
• SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

1. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Disconnect

   NOTE:  Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Both A Pillar Trims - Removal
3. Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover - Remove
4. Both Dashboard Undercover - Remove
5. Both Dashboard Side Lid - Remove
6. Column Cover - Remove
7. Center Console - Remove
8. Center Console Bracket - Remove
9. Shift Cable (Shift Lever Side) - Disconnect
10. Brake Pedal Position Switch - Remove
11. Linkage Assembly - Remove
12. Dashboard/Steering Hanger Beam - Remove

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    A-Pillar Area  1. Disconnect the connectors (A) and remove the clips (B). NOTE:  The positions and number of connectors vary depending on model type.

    Steering Column Area 

    2. Disconnect the connectors (A) and remove the clips (B).

    NOTE:  The positions and number of connectors vary depending on model type.

    Without Keyless Access System 

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    With Keyless Access System 

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    3. Remove the bolts and nuts. 4. Lay the steering column on the driver's floor. NOTE:  Wrap the steering column in a shop towel to avoid any damage.

    Driver's Side 

    5. Disconnect the connectors (A) and remove the clip (B).

    NOTE:  The positions and number of connectors vary depending on model type.

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    Passenger's Side 

    6. Disconnect the connectors (A).

    NOTE:  The positions and number of connectors vary depending on model type.

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    Center Area 

    7. Disconnect the connectors (A) and remove the clips (B).

    NOTE:  The positions and number of connectors vary depending on model type.

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    8. Remove the bolt.

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    9. Disconnect the aspirator hose (A).

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    Dashboard/Steering Hanger Beam  10. Remove the bolts, and remove the clip.

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    11. Remove the bolts (A, B).

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    12. Loosen the special bolts (A, B, C) until they disengage from the threads on the hanger beam (D), and engage the inside threads of the collar bolts (E). The thread lock on the special bolts makes the special bolts and the collar bolts turn together. 13. Continue to loosen the special bolts to turn the collar bolts into the fixed space adjusters (F) until the collar bolts engage the adjuster brackets. This creates a gap (G) between the collar bolts and the body. 14. Remove the special bolts. NOTE:  The special bolt (A) remains in the body side.

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    15. Check that the collar bolts (A) are seated in the fixed space adjusters (B). NOTE:  If either collar bolt was not seated, replace the special bolts.

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    16. Remove the dashboard/steering hanger beam (A).

13. All Removed Parts - Install
    Fig 1: Steering Column Tightening Sequence With Torque Specifications

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    Special Bolt Tightening  Courtesy of HONDA, U.S.A., INC. Steering Column

    1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: NOTE:  Before reinstalling the dashboard, screw the special bolt (A) into the collar bolt (B), and check that they turn together. If they do not turn together, replace the special bolts. Before reinstalling the dashboard, be sure the collar bolts can be screwed/unscrewed lightly by hand, and then screw them into the fixed space adjusters (C) fully by hand. Do not tighten them with any tools. Make sure the dashboard fits onto the guide pins correctly. Before tightening the bolts, make sure the wire harnesses are not pinched. Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly. After setting the dashboard in the body, reinstall all of the mounting bolts but do not tighten them. First tighten the driver's side mounting bolts to the specified torque, then tighten the remaining special bolts. As you tighten the bolts, the collar bolts screw out of the space adjuster until they contact the body. Continue tightening the special bolts to the specified torque. When installing the steering column, tighten the nuts and bolts to the specified torque in the numbered sequence shown. Do the 12 volt battery terminal connection procedure . Check for any DTCs that may have been set during repairs, and clear them.