2000 Honda InsightFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Wheel Installation

  1. Before installing the steering wheel, make sure the front wheels are aligned straight ahead, then center the cable reel (A). Do this by first rotating the cable reel clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise approximately two and half turns. The arrow mark (B) on the cable reel label point should point straight up.
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Wheel
    G03682252Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Position the two tabs (A) of the turn signal cancelling sleeve (B) as shown, and install the steering wheel on to the steering column shaft, making sure the steering wheel hub (C) engages the pins (D) of the cable reel and tabs of the turn signal canceling sleeve. Do not tap on the steering wheel or steering column shaft when installing the steering wheel.
    Fig 2: Positioning Two Tabs Of Turn Signal Cancelling Sleeve
    G03682253Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Install the steering wheel bolt (A), and tighten it.
    Fig 3: Installing Steering Wheel Bolt And Torque Specifications
    G03682254Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Connect the horn switch connector.
  5. Install the driver's airbag, and confirm that the system is operating properly (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).
  6. Check the horn and turn signal canceling for proper operation.
  7. Reconnect the battery, and do the following:
    • Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio, then reset the customer's radio presets.
    • Set the clock.
    • Do the ECM idle learn procedure (see ECM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
  8. Remove the No. 15 EPS (40 A) fuse from the under-hood fuse/relay box.
  9. If the IMA battery level gauge (BAT) displays no segments, start the engine, and hold it between 3,500 RPM and 4,000 RPM without load (in Park or neutral) until the BAT displays at least three segments.
  10. Reinstall the No. 15 EPS (40 A) fuse.
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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.

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