Troubleshooting SymptomProbable causeRemedyPlay in steeringLoose yoke plugRetightenLoose steering gear mounting boltsRetightenLoose or worn tie rod endRetighten or replace as necessarySteering wheel does not return properlyExcessive turning resistance of tie rod endReplaceYoke plug excessively tightAdjustTie rod and/or ball joint cannot turn smoothlyReplaceLoose mounting of gear box mounting bracket and/or worn steeringshaft jointRetightenWorn steering shaft joint and/or body grommetCorrect or replaceDistorted rackReplaceDamaged pinion bearingReplaceTwisted or damaged hosesReposition or replace
Component 1. Driver airbag (DAB) 2. Remote control switch 3. Steering wheel body 4. Wiring 5. Paddle shifter switch 6. Lower cover 7.
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the passenger compartment junction box cover. 3. Remove the driver side cover (A). 4. Remove the crash pad side switch assembly (A) by pushing it through side cover hole.
Replacement 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the heater and blower unit.(Refer to HA group – heater unit). 3. Remove the blower unit (A) from the heater unit after loosening a mounting bolt and 3 screws. Make sure that there is no air leaking out of the blower and duct joints.