Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Steering Angle Sensor: Removal: Removal
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
- TURN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL WARNING:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.
- REMOVE STEERING PAD . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 2
- REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 4
- REMOVE STEERING COLUMN LOWER COVER . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 5
- REMOVE STEERING COLUMN UPPER COVER . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 6
- REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 7
- REMOVE STEERING ANGLE SENSOR
- Disengage the 6 claws and 2 pins, and remove the steering angle sensor from the spiral cable.
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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.