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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004CELICA GT, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 319 (STEERING SYSTEM)TILT STEERING COLUMNREASSEMBLY
2004 Toyota Celica GT, Standard
Tilt Steering Column: Reassembly
2004 Toyota Celica GT, StandardSECTION Reassembly
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NOTE:
When using a vise, do not overtighten it.
- Coat parts indicated by arrows with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease . See Figure.
- Install main shaft assembly
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- Using a snap ring expander, install a new snap ring on the lower side.
- Install the main shaft assembly.
- Using a snap ring expander, install a new snap ring on the upper side.
- Install main shaft busing
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- Coat a new bushing with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.
- Using SST and a hammer, tap in the main shaft bushing. SST 09608-06041.
- Install break away bracket and tilt lever
: NOTE: Align the holes in the break away bracket with the projections of the tilt lever lock bolt and tilt sub lever.
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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.