Spiral Cable: Installation: Installation

1. Check that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.

1. Set the turn signal switch in neutral position.
   NOTE:

   Make sure of the neutral position since the pin of the turn signal switch may be snapped.

2. Engage the 3 claws to install the spiral cable sub-assembly.
   NOTE:

   When replacing the spiral cable sub-assembly with a new one, remove the lock pin before installing the handle.

3. Connect the airbag connector and connector.

1. Check that the ignition switch is OFF.
2. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative battery terminal.
   NOTE:

   Do not start the operation for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative battery terminal.

3. Turn the cable counterclockwise by hand until it becomes harder to turn.
   Fig 1: Turning Cable Counterclockwise

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4. Turn the cable clockwise about 2.5 turns to align the marks.
   Fig 2: Installing Upper Steering Column Cover & Engaging Claw

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   HINT: 

   The cable will rotate about 2.5 turns both left and right from the center.

1. Engage the claw, then install the upper steering column cover.

1. Engage the 2 claws.
2. Install the lower steering column cover with the 2 screws.

Torque: 5.4 N*m (55 kgf*cm, 48 in.*lbf) 

Refer to DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM