Steering Lock Contol Module: Removal

CAUTION:

• Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". <Ref. to  CAUTION  , General Description.> 
• Do not allow harness and connectors to interfere or get tangled up with other parts  .
• If the steering wheel and steering angle sensor (steering roll connector) are removed, perform "VSC(VDC) Centering Mode" of the VDC. <Ref. to  VDC SENSOR MIDPOINT SETTING MODE  , ADJUSTMENT, VDC Control Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (VDCCM & H/U).> 

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
   NOTE: For model with battery sensor, disconnect the ground terminal from battery sensor.
2. Remove the cover assembly - instrument panel LWR driver. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Instrument Panel Lower Cover.>
3. Remove the universal joint assembly - steering. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Universal Joint.>
4. Remove the column assembly - steering. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Steering Column.>
5. Remove the steering lock Control Module.
   1. Secure the column assembly - steering in a vise.
   2. Use the reverse tap or drill to remove the set bolt and remove the steering lock Control Module.

CAUTION: Do not apply any impact to the set bolt by a chisel or punch. Doing so may damage the Controle Module  .

Fig 1: Removing Steering Lock Control Module

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