Repair Procedures: Removal

Align the steering wheel so that the front wheels to facing straight ahead.
NOTE: If the steering wheel and the front tires does not synchronize to their centers together, open circuit on the clock spring cable may occur due to change the steering wheel turning.
Turn the ignition OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the multifunction switch module.
(Refer to " Removal ")
Remove the wiring fix clip (A) from the steering column.

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Remove the driver shower duct (A) after loosening the mounting screw.

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NOTE:
- If the duct is removed by force, the connection point on evaporator of duct may be broken.
- The parts may broken if assemble the shower duct with excessive torque.
Disconnect the MDPS power pack connectors (A).

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Disconnect the connector in the following order.

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Loosen the bolt (A) and remove the universal joint (B).
Tightening torque:

49.0 - 58.8 N.m (5.0 - 6.0 kgf.m, 36.2 - 43.4 Ib-ft)

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NOTE:
- Secure the steering wheel so that it does not move.
- Lock the steering wheel in the straight ahead position to prevent the damage of the clock spring inner cable.
- Do not reuse the bolt.
Remove the stop lamp switch.
(Refer to " Removal ")
Remove the MDPS Column and Housing (A) after loosening the mounting bolt and nuts.
Tightening torque

Bolt: 53.9 - 58.8 N.m (5.5 - 6.0 kgf.m, 39.8 - 43.4 lb-ft)

Nut: 25.0 - 29.4 N m (2.5 - 3.0 kgf m, 14.5 - 21.7 lb-ft)

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