Steering Wheel Return to Center Inspection
NOTE :
This test should be performed during a road test.
• Make smooth turns and sharp turns. Check the driving ⬙sense⬙ to ensure there is no difference between the left
and right turns in terms of steering force and the steering wheel returning to center.
• When the vehicle speed is between 20 to 30 km/h, turn the steering wheel 90° for 1 or 2 seconds and release
the steering wheel. If the steering wheel returns
over 70°, the steering wheel return function can be
considered good.
NOTE :
When rapidly turning the steering wheel, there will be a sense of “heavy”, however, this does not indicate a problem
with the steering system. This is due to insufficient steering fluid supplied to the steering fluid pump during idle
speed.
Steering Column Shroud
Removal & Installation
WARNING!
Before servicing the steering column, the airbag system must be disarmed. Failure to do so may result in acci-
dental deployment of the airbag and possible personal injury (See Airbag System Disarming Procedure in Sec-
tion 14 Restraints).
NOTE :
To help maintain alignment of the spiral cable connector during reassembly, apply a small piece of tape to the spiral
cable and the steering column to keep them in alignment.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the driver airbag (See Driver Airbag Removal & Installation in Section 14 Restraints).
3. Remove the steering wheel lock nut (1).
(Tighten: Steering wheel lock nut to 25 - 30 N·m)
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