Removal and Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least 3 minutes. Refer to Battery Disconnect .
- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .
- Remove the steering column covers. Refer to Removal and Installation - Electric steering column without paddle shifter , Removal and Installation - Mechanical steering column with paddle shifter , or Removal and Installation - Mechanical steering column without paddle shifter .
- Disconnect the harness connectors (A) from spiral cable (1).
- Remove the screws (A) and release pawls, then remove spiral cable and steering angle sensor as an assembly from the steering column.
: Pawl
CAUTION: Do not turn the spiral cable quickly or beyond the limit number of turns (approximately 2.5 turns from the neutral position), this may cause the cable to snap. - Remove screws (A) then release pawls (B) and separate steering angle sensor (2) from spiral cable (1).CAUTION:
- Do not strike or drop the spiral cable or steering angle sensor.
- Replace the spiral cable or steering angle sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
- Do not disassemble the spiral cable or steering angle sensor.
- Do not allow oil, grease, detergent or water to come in contact with the spiral cable or steering angle sensor.