Removal

VARIABLE GEAR RATIO STEERING: STEERING ACTUATOR: REMOVAL

CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing the steering column Service Precautions.

1. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the steering column assembly Removal.
2. REMOVE STEERING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY





(a) While pushing the claws on both sides of the connector, move the lock in the direction of the arrow.
(b) Disconnect the connector.






(c) 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.






(d) Put matchmarks on the steering actuator and No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.
(e) Remove the bolt, and then pull out the actuator assembly toward the inside of the vehicle.