Page 3473 of 4264

POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM 3B-43
Combination Switch
Combination Switch and Associated Parts
This illustration is based on the RHD model.
RTW43BLF000601
Legend
(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Steering Wheel
(3) Inflator Module or Horn Pad
(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 "LOCK".
3. Disconnect the battery "-" terminal cable, and wait a
t
least 5 minutes. (with SRS air bag)
4.
Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column. (with SRS air bag)
CAUTION: The wheels of the vehicle must be
straight ahead and the steering column in the
"LOCK" 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. (with SRS air bag)
5. Remove the engine hood opening lever, then
remove instrument panel lower cover.
6. Remove the driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
Page 3478 of 4264
3B-48 POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
13. Align the each snap stud of driver air bag to the hole
of steering wheel. (with SRS air bag)
060R300030
060R300020
14. Push the SRS air bag area1 and area2. At that time
confirm the audible noise of each stud. (with SRS ai
r
bag)
060R300036
15. Enable the SRS (Refer to "Enabling the SRS" in this
section). (with SRS air bag)
16. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
17. Install instrument panel lower cover then Install the
engine hood opening lever.
18. Connect the SRS connector. (with SRS air bag)
19. Connect the battery "-" terminal cable. (with SRS ai
r
bag)
20. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" while watching
warning light and check the light should flash 7 times
and then go off. If lamp does not operate correctly,
refer to Restraints section.
Page 3479 of 4264
POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM 3B-49
Lock Cylinder
Lock Cylinder and Associated Parts
This illustration is based on the RHD model.
RTW43BLF000701
Legend
(1) Steering Column Cover
(2) Steering Wheel
(3) Inflator Module or Horn pad
(4) Combination Switch and SRS Coil Assembly
(5) Steering Column Assembly
(6) Lock Cylinder Assembly
(7) Instrument Panel Lower Cover
(8) 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 "LOCK".
3. Disconnect the battery "-" terminal cable, and wait a
t
least 5 minutes. (with SRS air bag)
4. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column. (with SRS air bag)
Page 3482 of 4264

3B-52 POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
430R300007
17. Remove steering column cover.
18. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors located
under the steering column.
19. Remove the combination switch assembly with SRS
coil.
NOTE: The SRS coil is a part of the combination switch
assembly, which can not be replaced separately.
Therefore, be sure not to remove the SRS coil from the
combination switch assembly. (with SRS air bag)
430R300014
20. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position.
21. Insert a pin (1) into the hole and push on it. Pull the
key cylinder free.
P1010003
Installation
1. Install lock cylinder assembly.
2. Install the combination switch assembly with SRS
coil. (with SRS air bag)
3. Turn the SRS coil counterclockwise to full, return
about 3 turns and align the neutral mark. (with SRS
air bag)
CAUTION:
When turning the SRS coil
counterclockwise to full, stop turning if resistance
is felt. Forced further turning may damage the cable
in the SRS coil.
(with SRS air bag)
826RW014
Legend
(1) Neutral mark
Page 3484 of 4264

3B-54 POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM
10. Push the born pad area 1-4.
Tighten the born pad fixing screw to the specifed
torque (without SRS air bag)
Torque: 2 - 4 N
m (0.2 – 0.4 kg
m/17 - 35 lb ft)
NOTE: A horn pad is not struck at the time o
f
attachment.
RTW43BSH000401
11. Align the each snap stud of driver air bag to the hole
of steering wheel. (with SRS air bag)
060R300030
060R300020
12. Push the SRS air bag area1 and area2. At that time
confirm the audible noise of each stud. (with SRS ai
r
bag)
060R300036
13. Enable the SRS (Refer to "Enabling the SRS" in this
section). (with SRS air bag)
14. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
15. Install instrument panel lower cover, then install the
engine hood opening lever.
16. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column. (with SRS air bag)
17. Connect the battery "-" terminal cable. (with SRS ai
r
bag)
System Inspection (with SRS air bag)
Turn the ignition switch to "ON" while watching warning
light.
The light should flash 7 times and then go off. If lamp
does not operate correctly, refer to Restraints section.
Page 3485 of 4264
POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM 3B-55
Steering Column
Steering Column and Associated Parts
This illustration is based on the RHD model.
RTW43BLF000201
Legend
(1) Inflator Module or Horn Pad
(2) Steering Wheel
(3) Steering Column Cover
(4) Combination Switch and SRS Coil Assembly
(5) Steering Column Assembly
(6) Second Steering Shaft
(7) Lower Second Steering Shaft
(8) Instrument Panel Lower Cover
(9) 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 "LOCK".
3. Disconnect the battery "-" terminal cable, and wait at
least 5 minutes. (with SRS air bag)
4. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located
under the steering column. (with SRS air bag)
Page 3491 of 4264
POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM 3B-61
System Inspection (with SRS air bag)
Turn the ignition switch to "ON" while watching warning
light.
The light should flash 7 times and then go off. If lamp
does not operate correctly, refer to Restraints section.
Page 3595 of 4264

TRANSFER CASE 7D-7
Removal
NOTE: Before removing transmission and transfer
assembly from vehicle, change the transfer mode to
2WD using the 4WD push button switch on dash panel.
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable.
2.
Raise and support vehicle with suitable stands. Drain
transfer case fluid.
3. Remove the center exhaust pipe(5). (6VE1 only)
4.
Remove rear propeller shaft (1) and front propelle
r
shaft (2)(3).
NOTE: Apply alignment marks on the flange at both
front and rear sides.
5.
Disconnect harness connectors and clip.
Connector: transfer switch, 2WD-4WD actuator,
speed sensor.
NOTE: Avoid turning the vehicle ignition switch to the
ON position when the 2WD-4WD connector is removed
(battery connected).
If the ignition switch must be turned to the ON position,
the controller must first be removed (memory must be
cleared because the CHECK 4WD INDICATOR will
light).
6.
Remove transfer case (4) from the vehicle.
Installation
1.
Apply a thin coat of molybdenum disulfide grease to
the input shaft spline as shown in the figure.
260R300001