Removal
1. Remove the ground wire from the battery.
2. If present, remove the airbag.
3. Remove the steering wheel.
4. Remove the steering column covers.
5. Remove the ignition switch.
6. On 1992 and later models, release the retaining clips and lower the fuse box down away from the dash.
7. At the front lower part of the vehicle's interior, remove the floor carpet to access the steering column mounting bolt.
8. Under the steering column, disconnect the three connectors (indicated by arrows for models from 1993) from the ignition switch. In the same way, if available, disconnect the wire connector from the airbag.
9. At the front lower part of the vehicle interior, apply alignment marks to the intermediate shaft and steering column shaft.
10. Unscrew the clamp bolt securing the steering column shaft to the intermediate shaft.
11. Unscrew the two lower steering column mounting bolts (indicated by arrows for models from 1993).
12. Unscrew the upper steering column mounting nuts (indicated by arrows for models before 1992), then remove the steering column from the vehicle.
Examination
Check the condition of the steering column for damage and wear. Check the play of the steering shaft in the steering column bushings and the condition of the universal joints.
Installation
1. Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
2. On models with an airbag, install the steering column in place, then check that the clearance between the rear of the steering wheel and the column covers is 8.0 mm. If the clearance is different from the specified clearance, proceed as follows:
- loosen the steering column shaft to intermediate shaft clamp bolt and move the steering shaft as necessary to obtain the required clearance between the steering wheel and the housings;
- tighten the tie bolt and install the trim.