Isuzu Amigo / Axiom / Trooper / Rodeo / VehiCross. Service manual — part 1102

POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

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5. Remove the engine hood opening lever, then

remove instrument panel lower cover.

6. Remove driver knee bolster (reinforcement).

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.

9. Remove inflator module.

WARNING: THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD
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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10. 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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11. Remove steering column cover.

12. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors located

under the steering column.

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POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

13. Remove the combination switch assembly with SRS

coil.

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14. Remove snap ring.

15. Remove cushion rubber.

16. Remove shift lock cable (For A/T).

17. Disconnect the starter switch harness connector

located under the steering column, then remove
lock cylinder assembly.

18. Apply a setting mark (1) across the universal joint

and second steering shaft to reassemble the parts in
their original position, then remove steering column
assembly and second shaft.

NOTE: A setting mark can be easily made if the shaft is
withdrawn a little by loosening the steering shaft
universal joint.

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Insepction

If the abnormal conditions are found through inspection,
replace the steering column assembly.

Column Capsule

Check capsules on steering column bracket assembly;
all must be securely seated in bracket slots and
checked for any loose conditions when pushed or pulled
by hand.

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Check clearance between capsule and bracket. If must
be within 1mm (0.039 in).

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POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

2A–47

Column Tube

Check for collapes by measuring the distance as shown
in the figure.

Standard distance: 162.2-165.8 mm (6.386-6.528
in)

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Column Universal Joint for Tilt Mechanism

Check steering column assembly for any resistance by
rotating the universal joint. If resistance is felt then
replace the steering column assembly.

Sheared Injected Plastic Pin

Check the sheared injected plastic pins for any loose
conditions or damage.

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Shaft Length

Check the shaft length from the upper end of the slide
joint to the end of the shaft. If column length is not in
specifications, steering column should be replaced.

Standard length:

NON TILT TYPE: 540.9 –542.9 mm (21.295–

21.374 in)

TILT TYPE: 291.7 –295.7 mm (11.484 – 11.642 in)

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Legend

(1)

NON TILT TYPE

(2)

TILT TYPE

Legend

(1)

NON TILT TYPE

(2)

TILT TYPE

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(1)

NON TILT TYPE

(2)

TILT TYPE

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POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM

Shaft Universal Joint (Lower End)

If the resistance is felt when checked by rotate the joint,
replace the steering column assembly.

Shaft Bellows Pipe

Use a straightedge to inspect the shaft bellows pipe for
straightness. Replace if the clearance is more than the
specifications.

Standard: Less than 1mm (0.039 in)

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Tilt Mechanism

Tilt mechanism should moves smoothly.
While locked the tilt mechanism, be sure the steering
column latch securely by pushing the steering wheel
upward and downward.

Installation

1. Install steering column assembly and second

steering shaft.

2. Align the setting marks on the universal joint and

second steering shaft made during removal.

3. Tighten the steering column fixing bolt (dash panel)

to the specified torque.

Torque: 20 N·m (14 lb ft)

4. Tighten the steering column fixing nuts (cross

beam) to the specified torque.

Torque: 17 N·m (12 lb ft)

5. Tighten the universal joint to the specified torque.

Torque: 31 N·m (23 lb ft)

6. Install lock cylinder assembly.

7. Install shift lock cable (For A/T).

8. Install cushion rubber.

9. Install snap ring.

10. 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.

11. 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 a resistance is felt or damage to the SRS coil
may occur from over turning.

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12. When installing the steering column cover, be sure

to route each wire harness as illustrated so that the
harnesses do not catch any moving parts.

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Legend

(1)

Steering Column Cover

(2)

Starter Switch Harness

(3)

Combination Switch Harness

(4)

Inflator Module Harness