Steering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation: Notes

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WARNING:

Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after continuous turning of the steering mechanism which could cause burns if it is touched. Before performing any servicing, verify that the steering column has cooled off.

CAUTION:

If the EPS CM configuration is not completed, the EPS will not operate properly. If the EPS CM is replaced, always use the automatic configuration function so that the EPS operation conditions are correct.
If the EPS column is dropped it could result in internal damage to the EPS CM, therefore be careful not to drop it. Replace the EPS CM if it is subjected to an impact.

NOTE:

When the ignition is switched to ON or the engine is started after the EPS CM have been replaced, the EPS CM reads data from the instrument cluster via CAN communication to perform automatic configuration.
The EPS CM prior to replacement stores the vehicle specification information.
A new EPS CM does not store any vehicle specification information.

Remove the following parts:
1. Driver-side front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Driver-side front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Glove compartment (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Decoration panel (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Upper panel (See UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Selector lever knob (ATX) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7. Shift lever knob (MTX) (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R] .)
8. Shift panel (See SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
9. Rear console (See REAR CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
10. Side wall (See SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
11. Front console (See FRONT CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
12. Hood release lever (See HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
13. Driver-side lower panel (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
14. Driver-side front heat duct (See FRONT HEAT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
15. AudioPilot ® microphone (with Bose ®) (See AudioPilot® MICROPHONE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Detach the harness clips shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Detaching Harness Clips
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

If the EPS CM is replaced, perform the following procedure.

After installation, switch the ignition to ON or start the engine, and maintain this condition for approx. 1 min. to allow the EPS CM automatic configuration to be performed.
Switch the ignition to OFF, and maintain this condition for approx. 3 s
Switch the ignition to ON (engine on or off) to allow the EPS CM automatic configuration to be performed.
Clear the DTC from the memory. (See ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) ON-BOARD DIAGNOSIS [ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS)] .)

Fig 2: Steering Wheel And Column Related Components With Torque Specification (1 Of 2)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1	Driver-side air bag module (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
2	Lockbolt
3	Steering wheel (See Steering Wheel Removal Note .) (See Steering Wheel Installation Note .)
4	Column cover (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5	Clock spring (See CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
6	Light switch, wiper and washer switch (See LIGHT SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7	Start stop unit (See START STOP UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
8	Joint cover
9	Joint bolt
10	Steering column component (See Steering Column Component Removal Note .) (See Steering Column Component Installation Note .)

Fig 3: Steering Wheel And Column Related Components With Torque Specification (2 Of 2)

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION

1	EPS CM (See EPS CM Removal Note ) (See Spacer, Rubber and EPS CM Installation Note )
2	Rubber (See Spacer, Rubber and EPS CM Installation Note )
3	Spacer (See Spacer, Rubber and EPS CM Installation Note )
4	Harness bracket
5	Bracket (MTX vehicles) (See Bracket Installation Note .)
6	Intermediate shaft (See INTERMEDIATE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7	Steering column