2002 ISUZU AXIOM Service Repair Manual

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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
5. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the
steering wheel assembly using a TORX) driver or
equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly.
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6. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
behind the inflator module.
WARNING: T H E I N F L AT O R M O D U L E S H O U L D
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
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7. Disconnect horn lead.8. Remove steering wheel fixing nut.
9. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position, then remove steering wheel.
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10. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead position,
then use steering wheel remover J±29752 to remove
the steering wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±35
Installation
1. Install steering wheel by aligning the setting marks
made when removing.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
2. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified
torque.
Torque: 34 N´m (25 lb ft)
3. Connect horn lead.
4. Support the module and carefully connect the SRS
connector.
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinches.
5. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 9 N´m (78 lb in)
6. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column.
7. Connect the battery ª±º terminal cable.
8. Turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position and
observe the warning lamp. The lamp should flash 7
times. If the lamp does not operate correctly, refer to
Restraints section.

2A±36
POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
Combination Switch
Combination Switch and Associated Parts
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Legend
(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Steering Wheel
(3) Inflator Module(4) Combination Switch and SRS Coil Assembly
(5) Instrument Panel Lower Cover
(6) Driver Knee Bolster (reinforcement)
Removal
1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels
are pointing straight ahead.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ªLOCKº.
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable, and wait at least
5 minutes.
4. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column.CAUTION: T h e w heels of the vehicle must be
straight ahead and the steering column in the
ªLOCKº position before disconnecting the steering
wheel. Failure to do so will cause the coil assembly
to become uncentered which will cause damage to
the coil assembly.
5. Remove the engine hood opening lever, then remove
instrument panel lower cover.
6. Remove the driver knee bolster (reinforcement).

POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±37
7. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the
steering wheel assembly using a TORX) driver or
equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly. Disconnect the yellow 2-way
SRS connector and horn lead located behind the
inflator module, then remove inflator module.
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WARNING: T H E I N F L AT O R M O D U L E S H O U L D
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE TRIM COVER
AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS
BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP. THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.
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8. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead
position, then use steering wheel remover J±29752 to
remove the steering wheel.
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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
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9. Remove steering column cover.
10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors located
under the steering column then remove combination
switch and SRS coil assembly.
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Installation
1. Install combination switch and SRS coil assembly.
After installation of combination switch assembly,
connect the combination switch wiring harness
connector and the SRS 2-way connector located
under the steering column. Then turn the SRS coil
counter clockwise to full, return about 3 turns and
align the neutral mark.
CAUTION: Turn the SRS coil counter clockwise
until some resistance is felt, or damage may occur to
the SRS coil.
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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM2A±39
2. When installing the steering column cover, be sure to
route each wire harness as illustrated so that the
harnesses do not catch on any moving parts.
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Legend
(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Starter Switch Harness
(3) Combination Switch Harness
(4) Inflator Module Harness
3. Align the setting marks made when removing then
install steering wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
4. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified
torque.
Torque: 34 N´m (25 lb ft)
5. Support the inflator module and carefully connect the
SRS connector and horn lead.
NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinched.
6. Tighten bolts to specified torque.
Torque: 9 N´m (78 lb in)
7. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
8. Install instrument panel lower cover then Install the
engine hood opening lever.
9. Connect the SRS connector.
10. Connect the battery ª-º terminal cable.
11. Turn the ignition switch to the ªONº position and
observe the warning lamp. The lamp should flash 7
times. If the lamp does not operate correctly, refer to
Restraints section.

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POWER±ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
Lock Cylinder
Lock Cylinder and Associated Parts
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Legend
(1) Inflator Module
(2) Steering Wheel
(3) Steering Column Cover
(4) Combination Switch and SRS Coil Assembly
(5) Snap Ring(6) Cushion Rubber
(7) Lock Cylinder Assembly
(8) Instrument Panel Lower Cover
(9) Driver Knee Bolster (reinforcement)
(10) Shift Lock Cable (for A/T)
Removal
1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels
are pointing straight ahead.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ªLOCKº.
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable, and wait at least
5 minutes.
4. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column.CAUTION: T h e w heels of the vehicle must be
straight ahead and the steering column in the
ºLOCKº position before disconnecting the steering
wheel. Failure to do so will cause the coil assembly
to become uncentered which will cause damage to
the coil assembly.
5. Remove the engine hood opening lever and steering
lower cover.
6. Remove driver knee bolster (reinforcement).

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7. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the
steering wheel assembly using a TORX) driver or
equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly.
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8. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector and
horn lead located behind the inflator module.
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9. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position.
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10. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead position,
then use steering wheel remover J±29752 to remove
the steering wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
shaft using a hammer or other impact tools in an
attempt to remove the steering wheel. The steering
shaft is designed as an energy absorbing unit.
430RX005