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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Steering Column: Inspection

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection
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  1. Inspect steering lock operation 

    Check that the steering lock mechanism operates properly.

    Fig 1: Verifying Steering Lock Operation
    G01095246Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  2. If necessary, replace key cylinder 
    1. Place the ignition key at the ACC position.
    2. Push down the stop pin with a screwdriver, and pull out the cylinder.
      Fig 2: Removing Key Cylinder
      G01095247Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      3. NOTE: Make sure the key is at the ACC position.
    3. Install a new cylinder.
  3. Inspect ignition switch  . See INSPECT IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY .
  4. If necessary, replace ignition switch  .
    1. Remove the 2 screws and ignition switch.
    2. Install a new ignition switch with the 2 screws.
  5. Inspect key unlock warning switch  . See INSPECT KEY UNLOCK WARNING SWITCH CONTINUITY .
  6. If necessary, replace key unlock warning switch  .
    1. Slide out the key unlock warning switch.
    2. Install a new key unlock warning switch.
  7. A/T: inspect bearing  .
    1. Check the bearing rotation condition and check for abnormal noise.
      Fig 3: Verifying Proper Bearing Condition
      G01095248Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      If faulty, replace the column housing.

    2. Coat the bearing with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.
  8. If necessary, replace shaft bearing  .
    1. Using SST, press out the shaft bearing.
      Fig 4: Pressing Shaft Bearing Out
      G01095249Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      SST 09950-60010 (09951-00430),09950-70010 (09951-07360)

    2. Coat a new shaft bearing with molybdenum disulfide lithium base grease.
    3. Using SST, press in the shaft bearing.
      Fig 5: Pressing Shaft Bearing In
      G01095250Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      SST 09950-60010 (09951-00460),09950-70010 (09951 -07150)

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