Steering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING:

Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS. ) (See SERVICE CAUTIONS. )

Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
If the steering lock component of a vehicle equipped with the advanced keyless system is replaced, perform the following procedure after installation.
- Without immobilizer system
  - Steering lock unit programming (See STEERING LOCK UNIT ID CODE REGISTRATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM]. )
- With immobilizer system
  - Immobilizer system resetting (See IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/KEY ADDITION AND CLEARING [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS SYSTEM]. )
    
    Fig 1: Steering Wheel Column Components & Torque Specification
    Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.