20/01/2023 14:45:55
Shaft - Steering Column - Intermediate Upper (RHD) (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 32011502
Removal
- Lower the RH front window.
- Move RH seat fully backward.
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Install a steering wheel holder.
NoteThe steering wheel position can be adjusted throughout this procedure to access components. Keep the steering wheel holder installed.
- Remove the RH front wheel (refer to procedure).
- Remove the nut (torque 6 Nm) and clips (x5) that attach the rear part of the RH front arch liner, and then move away the rear part of the arch liner for access.
- Working from the RH wheelwell, disconnect the power train coolant pump connector, and then remove the coolant pump from the bracket using a pry tool.
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Remove the bolt (torque 50 Nm)
that attaches the upper intermediate shaft to the lower intermediate shaft.
- Separate the upper intermediate shaft from the lower intermediate shaft.
- Lower the vehicle (refer to procedure).
- Remove the RH floor mat.
- Release the clips (x13) that attach the RH center console trim panel to the center console.
- Release the clips (x6) that attach the RH center console close out panel to the center console, and then remove the panel.
- Release the clips (x2) that secure the RH footwel cover, disconnect the puddle lamp connector, and then remove the RH footwell cover.
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Rotate the steering wheel to gain access to the bolt that secures the upper
intermediate shaft to the steering column. Remove the bolt (torque 30 Nm).
NoteDo not allow the steering wheel to over-rotate 360 degrees
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Separate the upper intermediate shaft from the steering column, and then remove the shaft with the steering seal as an assembly.NoteTake note to remember the original position where the upper and lower shaft were separated.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Transfer the steering dash seal onto the new upper intermediate shaft.
- Connect a laptop to the diagnostic port of the vehicle, and then use Toolbox 3 to locally connect to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).
- Unlock the vehicle gateway for diagnostic communication. See Gateway Unlock.
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Calibrate the steering rack, using Toolbox 3:
NoteSteering rack calibration is only required if the vehicle is equipped with a Bosch type steering rack.
- Perform a Lock To Lock-Angle test. See Lock To Lock-Angle Test.
- Disconnect the laptop with Toolbox 3 from the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).