Steering Gearbox Removal and Installation
  1. Install the steering joint cover (A).
  1. Install the driver's dashboard under cover.
  1. Install the front wheels, then set the wheels in the straight ahead position.
  1. Install the steering wheel.
  1. Holding the tyres raised off the ground (lifted up), check for the following symptoms by turning the steering wheel fully to the right and left several times.
    Symptom
    Probable cause
    Rubbing sound coming from the lower steering column area.
    Steering column joint is contacting the cover.
    Grating sound from the lower steering column area, or a rough feeling during steering.
    Poor engagement of the pinion shaft serrations.
    Noise from around the steering wheel during steering.
    Poor engagement of the SRS cable reel with the steering wheel, or a damaged cable reel.

  1. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery and do the following items:
    • Set the clock.
    • Verify cruise control, audio remote, navigator guide (if equipped) and turn signal canceling for proper operation.
    • Make sure the steering wheel is centered.
    • Do the memorizing the torque sensor neutral position.
    • For with HID lamp model: Do the headlight learning procedure.
  1. After installation, perform the following checks:
    • Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
    • Start the engine, and let it idle. Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times. Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.
    • Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft serrations, then adjust the front toe by turning the tie-rod ends, if necessary.
    • Check the front toe inspection.