2012 Acura ZDXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Angle Sensor Replacement

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: Do not damage or drop the combination switch assembly/cable reel as the steering angle sensor is sensitive to shock and vibration.
  1. With the front wheels in the straight ahead position and the steering wheel centered, then remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
  2. Remove the steering column covers (see COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Disconnect the combination light switch 12P connector (A) and the steering angle sensor 5P connector (B) from the combination switch assembly/cable reel (C).
    Fig 1: Identifying Combination Light Switch 12P Connector, Steering Angle Sensor 5P Connector And Combination Switch Assembly/Cable Reel
    G08076138Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Disconnect the dashboard wire harness 4P connector (A) from the cable reel 4P connector (B), then disconnect the dashboard wire harness 20P connector (C) and the wiper/washer switch 8P connector (D).
    Fig 2: Identifying Dashboard Wire Harness 4P Connector, Cable Reel 4P Connector And Dashboard Wire Harness 20P Connector
    G08076139Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the combination switch assembly/cable reel mounting screws (A).
    Fig 3: Identifying Combination Switch Assembly/Cable Reel Mounting Screws And Wire Harness Clips
    G08076140Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Remove the wire harness clips (B), then remove the combination switch assembly/cable reel from the steering column.
  7. Remove the cable reel (see step 10 under CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).
  8. Remove the combination light switch (A) and the wiper/washer switch (B) from the combination switch body assembly (C).
    NOTE: When installing the cable reel, set the turn signal canceling sleeve position so that the arrow points (D) straight up.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.