Cable Reel Removal and Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Before doing this procedure, set the front wheels in the straight ahead position.


NOTE: Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

3. Connector (Cable Reel) - Disconnect
1.
Disconnect the connector (A).

6. Cable Reel - Remove
1.
Disconnect the connectors (A).
2.
Remove the cable reel/steering angle sensor (A).
3.
Remove the cable reel (A) from the steering angle sensor (B).
NOTE: If reusing these components later, make sure to keep the original positions of the rotating parts as they were before the removal.


SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:
Before installing the steering wheel, make sure the front wheels are aligned straight ahead.
New cable reel is locked by yellow tab for center adjustment. When installing a new cable reel there is no need to rotate the cable reel. You remove the tab and discard it, after install new cable reel.
If the driver's airbag is deployed, cable reel cannot be reused because of thermal damage.

1. Cable Reel - Install
1.
Position the two tabs (A) of the steering angle sensor (B) as shown. Install the cable reel (C) to the steering angle sensor.
NOTE: When reinstalling used components, make sure to keep the positions of the rotating parts as they were originally kept.
2.
Install the cable reel/steering angle sensor (A).
3.
Connect the connectors (A).

3. Cable Reel - Align
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.

5. Connector (Cable Reel) - Connect
1.
Connect the connector (A).

7. SRS Operation - Confirm
1.
Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure, turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.