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28. Connect the transmission ground cable (A).
8 x 1.25 mm
B
22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16lbf.ft)
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6x1,0mm9.8 N.m{1.0 kgl m. 7 lbf ftl
29.
30.
8x125mm22Nm12.2 kgt m, 16 lbf ft)
lnstall the battery tray (B).
Installthe intake air duct (see step 36 on page 5-14).
Installthe air cleaner housing (see step 39 on page
5-15).
Installthe intake manifold cover (see step 41 on
page 5-15).
Install the battery. Connectthe positive (+) cable
first, then the negative (-)cable to the battery.
Reflllthe transmission fluid (see page 13-3).
Test-drive the vehicle.
Check the clutch operation.
Check the front wheel alignment (see page 18-4).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
31.
38.
39.
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Steering
Steering Wheel Installation
1. Before installing the steering wheel, make sure the
front wheels are aligned straight ahead, then center
the cable reel (A). Do this by first rotating the cable
reel clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it
counterclockwise about two and a half turns. The
arrow mark (B) on the cable reel label should point
straight up.
Position the two tabs (A) of the turn signal
canceling sleeve (B) as shown. Installthe steering
wheel onto the steering column shaft, making sure
the steerlng wheel hub (C) engages the pins (D) of
the cable reel and tabs of the canceling sleeve. Do
not tap on the steering wheel or steering column
shaft when installing the steering wheel.
17-8
3. Install the steering wheel nut (A), and tighten it to
the specified torgue.
A_B39 N.m (4.0 kgf m.29lbt ftl
Connect the cruise control set/resume switch
connector (B). fvlake sure the wire harness is routed
and fastened properly.
Install the driver's airbag, and confirm that the
system is operating properly {see page 23-113).
Check the horn, turn signal canceling and cruise
control switches for proper operation.
Reconnect the battery and do the following:. Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 1l-139),. Power window control unit resetting procedure
\see page 22-1281.. Enter the anti-theft cord for the radio, then enter
the custmer's radio station presets.. Set the clock.
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Steering Column Removal and Installation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and precautions andprocedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.
Removal
1, Record the radio station presets, and disconnect the battery.
2. Removethedriver'sairbagassembly(seepage23-113) and the steering wheel (see page 17-6).
3. Removethe driver's dashboard lowercover(see page 20-59) and undercover(see page 20-60).
4. Remove the column covers (A:
I x 1.25 mm16 N.m (1.6 kgf.m,12 lbl.fr)b
5.
6.
Disconnect the wire harness connectors from the combination switch assembly {B).
Remove the combination switch assembly from the steering column shaft by removing the screw (C) on the top of
the combination switch.
7. Disconnect the connectors from the ignition switch, and release the wire harness clips from the steering column.
8. Disconnect the steering joint (D), and remove it from the column shaft.
9. Remove the steering column {E) by removingthe attaching nuts and bolts.
(cont'd)
17-9
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Steering
Steering Column Removal
lnstallation
1.
4.
Install the steering column, and make sure the
wires are not caught or pinched by any parts.
Insertthe upper end ofthe steering joint onto the
steering shaft {A) (line up the bolt hole (B) with the
flat portion (C) on the shaft).
8 x 1,25 mm28 N.m{2.9 kgf m,21 rbr.ft)
A
Slip the lower end of the steering joint onto the
pinion shaft {D) (line up the bolt hole with the
groove (E) around the shaft), and loosely lnstallthe
lower joint bolt. Be sure that the lower joint bolt is
securely in the groove in the pinion shaft.
Pull on the steering joint to make su re that the
steering joint is fully seated. Then installthe upper
joint bolt, and tighten it to the specified torque.
Tighten the lower joint bolt to the specified torque.
Finish the installation, and note these items:
. Make sure the wire harness is routed and
fastened properly.
. Make sure the connectors are properly connected.. Reinstallthe steering wheel (see page 17-8).
. Reconnect the battery.- Do the power window control unitreset
procedure {see page 22-128).- Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then
enter the custmer's radio station presets.
- Set the clock.. Verify horn, turn signal switch, and cruise control
switch operation.. Check wheel alignment, if necessary (see page
18-4).. Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedu re {see page '11-139).
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and Installation (cont'd){
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Motor Removal/lnstallation
Bemoval
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and
wait 3 minutes before beginning work.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly (A).
4. Remove the connector bracket (A) onthegearbox
housing, and disconnect the motor 2P connector(B).
9.8 N.m {1.0 kgf.m,
5. Remove the motor {A) from the gearbox housing.
6. Remove the O-ring (B) and discard it.
(cont'd)
17-49
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EPS Components
(Motor RemovaUlnstallation (cont'dl
lnsiallation
7. Clean the mating surface of the motor (A) and
gearbox.
Apply a thin coat of silicone grease (P/N 08733-
8070E)to the new O-ring (B), and carefully fit it on
the motor.
Apply grease {Nippon Grease WR-S or equivalent
steering gear grease) into the motor shaft (C).
qE
8 x '1.25 mm20 N.m12.0 kgt.m,7 .2lbl ftl
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9.
17-50
r0.Install the motor on the gearbox by engaging the
motor shaft and worm shaft (D). Note the motor
installation position {direction of motor wires).
Before tightening the bolts, turn the motor two or
three times right and left about 45 degrees. lvlake
sure the motor is evenly seated on the steering
gearbox and that the O-ring is not pinched betlveen
the mating surfaces.
Installthe removed Darts in the reverse order of
removal. and note these items:
lvlake sure the motor 2P connector is properly
connected.
lvlake sure the motor and EPS wires are not
caught or pinched by any parts.
Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
Do the engine control module (ECM) idle learn
procedure (see page 11-139).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio station
Dresets. Reset the clock,
Do the oower window control unit reset
procedure (see page 22-1241.
After installation, start the engine, and let it idle.
Turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several
times. Check that the EPS indicator does not come
on.
11.
12.
13.
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Dashboard
Dashboard Center Panel Removal/lnstallation
NOTE:. Put on gloves to protect your hands.. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the
related parts, to prevent damage.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related
parts.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
the write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
Remove these items:
. Driver's dashboard lower cover (see page 20-59)
. Passenger's dashboard lower cover (see page
20-63).. Glove box (see page 20-63).. Shift lever trim {see page 20-61).
From the glove box and driver's dashboard Iower
cover openings, loosen the bolts (A) securing the
center panel (B).
2.
Fastener Locations
A): Bolt, 2x 0.8 mm5Nm
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20-62
4. Pull out the center panel (A) to release the clips (B)
and hooks (C), and remove the harness holder (D)
from the bracket (E). Disconnect the audio unit
connector (F), antenna lead (G), heater switch
connector (H) and heater control unit connectors (l).
Fastener Locations
B ): Clip, 8
Installthe panel in the reverse order of removal,
and note these items:
Make sure each connector is plugged in properly,
and antenna lead is connected properly.
Push the clip portions into place securely.
Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
Do the ECN4/PCt\4 idle learn procedure {see page
1l-139).
Enter the anti-theft code for the radio. then enter
the customer's radio station presets.
Reset the clock.
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Dashboard
Dashboard Removal/lnstallation
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations (see page 23-13) and the
precautions and procedures (see page 23-14) in the SRS
section before performing repairs or service.
NOTE:. When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape, and apply protective tape around the
related parts to prevent damage.. Have an assistant help you when removing and
installing the dashboa rd.. Take care not to scratch the dashboard, body, and
other related parts.
. Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio,
then write down the frequencies for the preset
buttons.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and
wait at least three minutes before beginning work.
Remove these items:
. Driver's dashboard lower cover (see page 20-59). Driver's dashboard under cover (see page 20-60). Passenger's dashboard lower cover (see page
20-63). Glove box (see page 20-63). Consoles, front and rear (see page 20-57). Shift lever trim {see page 20-61). Center panel (see page 20-62). Kick panels, both sides (see page 20-50). A-pillar trim. both sides (see page 20-50). Steering column (see page 17-9)
20-66
4. From the center panel opening, remove the screws,
then remove the center bracket (A).
Fastener Locations
):Screw,2
Remove the sh ift lever (see page 13-51).
From outside of the passenger's door, gently pull
out along the edge of the dashboard side cover (A)
to release the hooks (B), then release the upper
hook (C), to remove the cover.