Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without KL9) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With KL9)
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
{ If equipped } Retainer Clip (1) - Disengage
Remove the underbody splash shield:
- Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Underbody Splash Shield (2) - Remove
{with NZZ} Remove the underbody skid shield:
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Underbody Skid Shield (2) - Remove
{without NZZ} Remove the steering gear skid shield:
- Steering Gear Skid Shield Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Steering Gear Skid Shield (2) - Remove
Remove the power steering assist motor wire clip (3).
- Remove the power steering control module wiring power harness (1) from the 2 retaining clips (2) and reposition.
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Disconnect the power steering control module wiring torque sensor harness (1) from the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear.
Remove the power steering assist motor wire clip (3).
- Disconnect the power steering control module torque sensor wiring harness (1) from the power steering assist motor.
- Remove the power steering control module torque sensor wiring harness clip (2) from the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear housing.
- Remove the power steering control module torque sensor wiring harness.