Steering Hanger Beam Replacement

NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Remove the dashboard (see DASHBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the following parts from the dashboard:
- Instrument panel
- Navigation system display unit (see DISPLAY UNIT )
Release the wire harness (A) from the hooks (B). Remove the sunlight sensor (C) by detaching the clips (D), and disconnect the connector (E).

Fig 1: Removing The Sunlight Sensor
Remove the screws (A and B), then remove the brackets (C) from the dashboard (D).
Fastener Locations

Fig 2: Removing The Brackets From The Dashboard
Disconnect the dashboard wire harness connectors (A), cruise control unit connector (B), SRS wire harness connector (C). On '03 model, disconnect the memory erase signal (MES) connector (D) from the driver's under dash fuse/relay box. Detach the dashboard wire harness connector and steering hanger beam wire harness connector (E) from the connector holder (F). Release the passenger's airbag connector (G) from the connector holder (H), and disconnect the connector. Remove the ground bolts (I). Detach the harness clip and connector clips.

Fig 3: Removing Components
Remove the screws (A and B) and the front passenger's airbag mounting nuts (C) from the dashboard.
Fastener Locations

Fig 4: Removing Screws & Front Passenger's Airbag Mounting Nuts
Separate the dashboard (A) and steering hanger beam (B).

Fig 5: Separating The Dashboard And Steering Hanger Beam
Install the steering hanger beam in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Make sure the dashboard wire harness (C) and steering hanger beam wire harness (D) are not pinched.
- Make sure the connectors are connected properly.