Steering Wheel And Column Installation [Without Electric Tilt Telescopic Unit]: Notes

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WARNING:

If the steering mechanism is turned from lock to lock continuously or the steering rack terminal limit is reached repeatedly, such high-load steering action increases the temperature of the steering column (to approx.85°C {185°F}), causing severe burns. Be careful when handling the steering column.

CAUTION:

When handling the steering column, do not release the adjuster lever lock except when it is securely attached to the dashboard member. Releasing the adjuster lever lock when it is not assembled may damage the steering column and other parts.
If the intermediate shaft is connected to the steering gear (pinion) before installing the steering column to the dashboard member, the weight of the steering column could cause damage to the intermediate shaft slider/bush/yoke. Always perform the procedure according to the appropriate service information(s) .
A new steering column is shipped with it set to the position for delivery. Maintain this condition until the steering column is completely installed to the dashboard member so as to avoid damage during transportation and installation.
When removing/installing the steering column, keep the wiring harness away from the steering column installation area so as to prevent the steering column from being caught in the wiring harness and damaged.

NOTE:

When installing the replacement part, do not rotate the steering shaft until the installation is completed.

Install using the procedure shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Steering Wheel And Column Components Location With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Procedure	Part name	Applicable condition
1	Spring nut (See Spring And Nut Installation Note ).	Continuous	-	-
2	Steering column component	Continuous	-	-
3	Nut	Continuous	-	20.5 N.m {2.1 kgf.m, 15.1 ft.lbf}
4	Nut	Continuous	-	20.5 N.m {2.1 kgf.m, 15.1 ft.lbf}
5	Intermediate shaft component (See Intermediate Shaft Component Connection Note ).	Continuous	-	-
6	Joint bolt	Continuous	Replacement part	29 N.m {2.95 kgf.m, 21.4 ft.lbf}
7	Bracket	Continuous	-	-
8	Bolt	Continuous	-	9.5 N.m {95 kgf.cm, 82 in.lbf}
9	Wiring harness clip	Continuous	-	-

Install the following parts:
1. Wiper and washer switch (See WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L.H.D.] .)
2. Light switch (See LIGHT SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L.H.D.] .)
3. Clock spring (See CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Lower column cover (See LOWER COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

Install using the procedure shown in the figure.

NOTE:

Fig 2: Steering Wheel Components Location With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Procedure	Part name	Applicable condition
1	Steering wheel component	Continuous	-	-
2	Lockbolt	Continuous	Replacement part	47.5 N.m {4.85 kgf.m, 35.05 ft.lbf}
3	Steering switch connector	Continuous	-	-
4	Heated steering wheel control unit	Continuous	-	-

Install the following parts:
1. Upper column cover (See UPPER COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Driver side air bag module (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL .) (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE INSTALLATION .)
3. Driver-side knee air bag module (See KNEE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Driver side lower panel component (See DRIVER-SIDE LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (L.H.D). .)
5. Passenger side decoration panel component (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Driver side decoration panel component (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7. Driver side front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
8. Driver side front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Connect the negative lead-acid battery terminal.
Install the passenger-side cowl grille cover.
Perform the power liftgate initialization. (See POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE .)
Perform the panorama sunroof system initialization. (See PANORAMA SUNROOF SYSTEM INITIALIZATION .)