Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1, 5W4) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Front Bumper Fascia Skid Plate Bolt (1) - Remove [4x]
- Underbody Skid Shield Bolt (2) - Remove [4x]
Underbody Splash Shield (1) - Remove
- NOTE:
The proper position of the underbody skid shield is between the underbody splash shield and the front frame.
Underbody Splash Shield Bolt (2) - Remove [2x]
- Underbody Skid Shield (3) - Remove
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Disconnect the power steering control module wiring torque sensor harness (1) from the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear.
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Remove the power steering assist motor wire clip (3).
- Disconnect the power steering control module torque sensor wiring harness (1) from the power steering assist motor.
- Remove the power steering control module torque sensor wiring harness clip (2) from the electric belt drive rack and pinion steering gear housing.
- Remove the power steering control module torque sensor wiring harness.