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INSTALL STEERING ANGLE SENSOR
1. Align the locating pins, engage the 6 claws and install the steering angle sensor to the spiral cable sub-assembly.
INSTALL SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH STEERING ANGLE SENSOR (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL STEERING COLUMN COVER (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL STEERING PAD (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL NO. 3 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL NO. 2 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER (See INSTALLATION )
INSPECT STEERING WHEEL CENTER POINT
1. Inspect the steering wheel center point.
CONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL (See INSTALLATION )
INSPECT STEERING PAD (See INSTALLATION )
INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT
HINT:

(See PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE )
PERFORM INITIALIZATION
HINT:

(See INITIALIZATION )

Some systems need initialization after reconnecting the cable to the negative battery cable.

Fig 1: Identifying Claws
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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.

Safety Warning

Steering Angle Sensor: Installation

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic