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2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Section 496 (Tilt Steering Column): Disassembly

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota RAV4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

REMOVE COLUMN UPPER BRACKET AND COLUMN UPPER CLAMP
1. Using a centering punch, mark the center of the 2 tapered-head bolts.
2. Using a 3 - 4 mm (0.12 - 0.16 in.) drill, drill into the 2 bolts.
3. Using a screw extractor, remove the 2 bolts, column upper clamp and column upper bracket.
  
  Fig 1: Removing 2 Bolts, Column Upper Clamp And Column Upper Bracket
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
REMOVE BRACKET SPACER AND NO. 1 SUPPORT COLLARS
1. Using an extension bar and a hammer, tap out the bracket spacer.
  
  Fig 2: Tapping Out Bracket Spacer
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Using a screwdriver, remove the 2 No. 1 support collars.
REMOVE TILT LEVER AND BREAK AWAY BRACKET
1. Remove the tilt spring.
2. Remove the No. 2 tilt lever lock bolt and No. 1 support reinforce.
  
  Fig 4: Removing No. 2 Tilt Lever Lock Bolt & No. 1 Support Reinforce
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  
  HINT:
  
  This bolt is left-handed one.
3. Remove the adjusting nut, tilt lever, stopper, tilt lever lock bolt and break away bracket.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Adjusting Nut, Tilt Lever, Stopper, Tilt Lever Lock Bolt & Break Away Bracket
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  
  HINT:
  
  This nut is left-handed one.
4. Remove the No. 2 support collar from the break away bracket.
REMOVE MAIN SHAFT ASSEMBLY AND MAIN SHAFT BEARING
1. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring on the upper side.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Snap Ring On Upper Side Using Snap Ring Expander
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
2. Pull out the main shaft assembly and main shaft bearing.
3. Using a snap ring expander, remove the snap ring on the lower side.

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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.