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Roll Connector: Installation

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CAUTION: If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor are removed, perform "VDC sensor midpoint setting mode" of the VDC. < Ref. to VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE , ADJUSTMENT, VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >
  1. Before attaching a new roll connector, apply a thin coat of grease contained in the connector onto the areas shown by the arrows.
    Fig 1: Identifying Thin Coat Of Grease Applying Area On Contained In Connector
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  2. Install the cover assembly - column.
  3. Install the roll connector.
  4. Align the center position of the steering roll connector. < Ref. to ADJUSTMENT , Roll Connector. >
  5. Install the steering wheel.

    Tightening torque: 

    Steering wheel: 39 N.m (4.0 kgf-m, 28.8 ft-lb) 

    Clearance: 

    Between cover assembly - column and steering wheel: 4 - 6 mm (0.16 - 0.24 in) 

  6. Install the driver's airbag module. < Ref. to INSTALLATION , Driver's Airbag Module. >
  7. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  8. Perform the neutral position setting of the steering angle sensor. < Ref. to VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE , ADJUSTMENT, VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U). >