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Steering Column Inspection: Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS COMPONENT LOCATIONS , and the PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES before doing repairs or service.

  1. Steering Column
    1. Install the steering column (A).
      NOTE: Do not release the lock lever until the steering column is installed. If the lock lever is released before installation, adjust the steering column after installation.
      Fig 1: Steering Column And Related Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
      G08890271Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    2. Loosely tighten the attaching nuts and bolts.
    3. Tighten the attaching nuts and bolts to the specified torque in the sequence shown.
    4. Install the wire harness clips (B) to the steering column.
    5. Connect the connectors (C) to the ignition switch (D).
  2. Steering Column Lower Slide Shaft - Release
    1. Cut the wire (A).
      Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Lower Slide Shaft And Wire
      G08890272Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Steering Joint - Reconnection
    1. Place the rack in the straight ahead driving position.
    2. Slip the lower end of the steering joint (A) onto the pinion shaft (B).
      NOTE:
      • Pinion shaft with center guide: Install the steering joint by aligning the center guide (C).
      • Pinion shaft without center guide: Position the steering column by aligning the gap (D) within the angle.
      Fig 3: Identifying Steering Joint, Pinion Shaft And Center Guide
      G08890273Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    3. Align the bolt hole (A) on the steering joint with the groove (B) around the pinion shaft.
    4. Loosely install the steering joint bolt (C).
    5. Be sure that the joint bolt is securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
    6. Pull on the steering joint to make sure that the steering joint is fully seated.
    7. Tighten the steering joint bolt to the specified torque.
      Fig 4: Pinion Shaft Groove, Steering Joint Bolt And Bolt Hole With Torque Specification
      G08890274Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Steering Joint Cover
    1. Install the steering joint cover (A).
      Fig 5: Identifying Steering Joint Cover
      G08890275Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Driver's Dashboard Undercover
    1. Install the driver's dashboard undercover (A). Make sure the clip (B) snap into place securely, and the pin (C) into the holder (D) securely.
    2. Turn the lock knob (E) 90 °.
      Fig 6: Identifying Driver's Dashboard Undercover, Lock Knob, Holder, Pin And Clip
      G08890276Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Combination Switch Body Assembly
    1. Install the combination switch body assembly (A).
    2. Tighten three screws (B) in the sequence shown.
      Fig 7: Identifying Combination Switch Body Assembly Mounting Screws Tightening Sequence
      G08890277Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    3. Connect the connectors (A).
      Fig 8: Identifying Combination Switch Body Assembly Connectors
      G08890278Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    4. Connect the connectors (A).
    5. Install the clip (B).
      Fig 9: Identifying Combination Switch Body Assembly Connectors And Clip
      G08890279Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Lower Column Cover
    1. Push in on the lower column cover just above ignition switch opening (A) to engage the column cover with the locking tab (B).
      Fig 10: Engaging Column Cover With Lock Tab
      G08890280Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    2. Install the lower column cover (A), then install the screw (B).
      Fig 11: Identifying Lower Column Cover And Screw
      G08890281Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    3. Install the screws (A) securing the lower column cover (B) from the front side.
      Fig 12: Identifying Lower Column Cover And Screws
      G08890282Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Upper Column Cover
    1. Install the upper column cover (A).
      Fig 13: Identifying Upper Column Cover
      G08890283Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    2. Install the dashboard meter visor blind cover (A). Make sure the clips (B) and the hook (C) snap into place securely.
      Fig 14: Identifying Dashboard Meter Visor Blind Cover, Hooks And Clips
      G08890284Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Steering Wheel Assembly
    1. Make sure the front wheels are pointing straight ahead.
    2. Center the cable reel (A). Do this by first rotating the cable reel clockwise until it stops.
    3. Rotate the cable reel counterclockwise about three full turns. The arrow mark (B) on the cable reel label should point straight up.
      Fig 15: Identifying Cable Reel With Arrow Mark
      G08890285Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    4. Position the steering wheel hub (A) so that it engages the pin (B) of the cable reel.
    5. Install the steering wheel (C) on to the steering column shaft.
      NOTE: Do not tap on the steering wheel or the steering column shaft when installing the steering wheel.
      Fig 16: Identifying Steering Wheel, Hub And Pin
      G08890286Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    6. Install the steering wheel bolt (A), and tighten it to the specified torque.
    7. Connect the connector (B).
    8. Make sure the wire harness is routed and fastened properly.
      Fig 17: Steering Wheel Bolt And Connector With Torque Specifications
      G08890287Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  10. Driver's Airbag
    NOTE: If you are replacing a deployed driver's airbag, inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel.
    1. Place the driver's airbag (A) in the steering wheel.
    2. Tighten the new TORX bolts using a TORX T30 bit.
      NOTE: Make sure the clearance (B) between the steering wheel and the horn pad is the specified value.
      Fig 18: Driver Airbag With Torque Specifications
      G08890288Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
      Fig 19: Identifying Clearance Between Steering Wheel And Horn Pad
      G08890289Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    3. Connect the driver's airbag inflator connector (A) on the cable reel harness.
    4. Connect the horn switch connector (B).
      NOTE: After reconnecting the negative cable to the battery, make sure the horn works properly.
    5. Install the access panel (C).
      Fig 20: Identifying Driver Airbag Inflator Connector, Horn Switch Connector And Access Panel
      G08890290Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  11. Battery Terminal (SRS) - Reconnection
    NOTE: If the battery performance is abnormal, test the battery.
    1. Clean the battery terminals.
    2. Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery.
      NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.
    3. Connect the negative cable (B) to the battery.
    4. Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.
      Fig 21: Battery Positive And Negative Cable With Torque Specifications
      G08890291Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  12. Steering After Install - Check
    1. After installation, check these items:
      • Start the engine, allow it to idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock to lock several times.
      • Check that the EPS indicator does not come on.
      • Check the steering wheel spoke angle. If steering spoke angles to the right and left are not equal (steering wheel and rack are not centered), correct the engagement of the joint/pinion shaft splines.
  13. Pre-Alignment Checks

    For proper inspection and adjustment of the wheel alignment, do these checks:

    1. Release the parking brake to avoid an incorrect measurement.
    2. Make sure the suspension is not modified.
    3. Make sure the fuel tank is full, and that the spare tire, the jack, and the tools are in place on the vehicle.
    4. Check the tire size and tire pressure according to tire information.
    5. Set the steering column to the middle tilt position and telescopic position.
  14. Front Toe - Inspection

    Use commercially available computerized four wheel alignment equipment to measure wheel alignment (caster, camber, toe, and turning angle). Follow the equipment manufacturer's instructions.

    1. Set the steering column to the middle tilt position and telescopic positions.
    2. Center the steering wheel spokes, and install a steering wheel holder tool.
    3. Check the toe with the wheels pointed straight ahead.

      Front toe-in: 0±2 mm (0±0.08 in) 

      • If adjustment is required, go to the front toe adjustment.
      • If no adjustment is required, remove the alignment equipment.
  15. HDS DLC - Connection
    1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
    3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not communicate, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
      Fig 22: Identifying Data Link Connector
      G08890292Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  16. VSA Sensor Neutral Position - Memorization
    1. Park the vehicle on a flat and level surface, with the steering wheel in the straight ahead position.
    2. Select VSA ADJUSTMENT, then select ALL SENSORS with the HDS, and follow the screen prompts.
      NOTE: See the HDS Help menu for specific instructions.
  17. Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position - Clear
    1. Select EPS ADJUSTMENT, then select EPS STEERING ANGLE SENSOR VALUE CLEAR and follow the screen prompts on the HDS.
      NOTE: See the HDS Help menu for specific instructions.
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