2012 Honda CR-Z Base, Standard TransFACTORY 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 as the steering angle sensor is sensitive to shock and vibration.
  1. Do the 12 volt battery terminal disconnection procedure (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
  2. With the front wheels in the straight-ahead position and the steering wheel centered, then remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
  3. Remove the steering column covers (see COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  4. 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, Combination Switch Assembly/Cable Reel, Wire Harness And Harness Holder
    G06953264Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Remove the wire harness (D) from the harness holder (E).
  6. Disconnect the cable reel connector A (20P), the cable reel connector B (4P), and the wiper/washer switch 8P connector (C) from the combination switch assembly/cable reel (D).
    Fig 2: Identifying Cable Reel Connector A (20P), Cable Reel Connector B (4P), Wiper/Washer Switch 8P Connector And Combination Switch Assembly/Cable Reel
    G06953265Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the wire harness (E) from the harness holder (F).
  8. Remove the combination switch assembly/cable reel mounting screws (A), then remove the combination switch assembly/cable reel (B) from the steering lock.
    Fig 3: Identifying Combination Switch Assembly/Cable Reel Mounting Screws And Combination Switch Assembly/Cable Reel
    G06953266Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Remove the cable reel (see CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).
  10. 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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When to See a Mechanic

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.