Isuzu Rodeo UE. Manual - part 37

2A–44 POWER–ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

5. Remove the engine hood opening lever, then remove

instrument panel lower cover.

6. Remove driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
7. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the

steering wheel assembly using a TORX

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 driver or

equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly.

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8. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector and

horn lead located behind the inflator module.

9. Remove inflator module. 

WARNING: THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE URETHANE
COVER AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD
ALWAYS BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP.  THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE A FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.

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10. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel

and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead
position,  then use steering wheel remover J–29752
to remove the steering wheel.  

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POWER–ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

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11. Remove steering column cover.

12. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors located

under the steering column.

13. Remove the combination switch assembly with SRS

coil.

NOTE: SRS coil is a part of combination switch
assembly, which can not be replaced singly.  Therefore,
be sure not to remove the SRS coil from the combination
switch assembly.

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14. Remove snap ring.
15. Remove cushion rubber.
16. Remove shift lock cable (For A/T).
17. Disconnect the starter switch harness connector

located under the steering column, then remove lock
cylinder assembly.

18. Apply a setting mark (1) across the universal joint and

second steering shaft to reassemble the parts in their
original position, then remove steering column
assembly and second shaft.

NOTE: A setting mark can be easily made if the shaft is
withdrawn a little by loosening the steering shaft universal
joint.

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Insepction

If the abnormal conditions are found through inspection,
replace the steering column assembly.

Column Capsule

Check capsules on steering column bracket assembly; all
must be securely seated in bracket slots and checked for
any loose conditions when pushed or pulled by hand.

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Check clearance between capsule and bracket. If must
be within 1mm (0.039 in).

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Column Tube

Check for collapes by measuring the distance as shown in
the figure.

Standard distance: 162.2-165.8 mm (6.386-6.528
in)

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Column Universal Joint for Tilt Mechanism

If the resistance is felt when checked by rotate the joint,
replace the steering column assembly.

Sheared Injected Plastic Pin

Check the sheared injected plastic pins for any loose
conditions or damage.

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Shaft Length

Check the shaft length from the upper end of the slide joint
to the end of the shaft. If column length is not in
specifications, steering column should be replaced.

Standard length: 291.7-295.7 mm (11.484-11.642
in)

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Shaft Universal Joint (Lower End)

If the resistance is felt when checked by rotate the joint,
replace the steering column assembly.

Shaft Bellows Pipe

Check the shaft bellows pipe for bend by using straight
edge. Measure the clearance between the bellows pipe
and the straight edge (at center of the bellows pipe).

Standard: Less than 1mm (0.039 in)

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Tilt Mechanism

Tilt mechanism should moves smoothly.
While locked the tilt mechanism, be sure the steering
column latch securely by pushing the steering wheel
upward and downward.

Installation

1. Install steering column assembly and second

steering shaft.

2. Align the setting marks on the universal joint and

second steering shaft made during removal.

3. Tighten the steering column fixing bolt (dash panel) to

the specified torque.

Torque: 20 N·m (14 lb ft)

4. Tighten the steering column fixing nuts  (cross beam)

to the specified torque.

Torque: 20 N·m (14 lb ft)

5. Tighten the universal joint to the specified torque.

Torque: 31 N·m (23 lb ft)

6. Install lock cylinder assembly.
7. Install shift lock cable (For A/T).
8. Install cushion rubber.
9. Install snap ring.

10. Install combination switch and SRS coil assembly.

After installation of combination switch assembly,
connect the combination switch wiring harness
connector and the SRS 2-way connector located
under the steering column.

11. Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise to full, return

about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.