2012 Lexus LS 460L AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Steering Angle Sensor: Removal: Removal

NOTE:

While the battery is connected, even if the engine switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or the door courtesy switch turns on. Therefore during servicing of the brake system components, do not operate the brake pedal and open/close the doors while the battery is connected.

  1. PRECAUTION 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to read the "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .

  2. REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 1
  3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
  4. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD 
  5. REMOVE SWITCH AND VOLUME CASE  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 3
  6. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
  7. REMOVE STEERING PAD  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
  8. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 6
  9. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (w/o Driver Monitor Camera)  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 9
  10. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (w/ Driver Monitor Camera)  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 10
  11. REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 9
  12. REMOVE STEERING ANGLE SENSOR 
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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.