Steering Angle Sensor: Removal

Disconnect ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Remove airbag module. Refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION , Driver's Airbag Module.
Remove steering wheel nut, then draw out steering wheel from shaft using steering puller.
NOTE: Steering wheel must be removed at the straight ahead position.

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Puller
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Remove the screw securing lower steering column cover.

Fig 3: Removing Screw Securing Lower Steering Column Cover
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Remove two screws securing upper steering column cover.
Release the lock of harness band and disconnect connector of steering angle sensor.

Fig 4: Identifying Lock Of Harness Band & Connector Of Steering Angle Sensor
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Remove bolts which hold roll connector and steering angle sensor onto steering column.

Fig 5: Removing Bolts Which Hold Roll Connector & Steering Angle
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Remove roll connector and steering angle sensor.

Fig 6: Removing Roll Connector & Steering Angle Sensor
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NOTE: Do not turn steering angle sensor as it's center position has been recognized by VDCCM.