VehiCROSS 4WD V6-3.5L (1999)
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel in direction of the shaft by 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.
13. Remove the combination switch assembly with Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) coil (9).
NOTE: SRS coil is a part of combination switch assembly which cannot be replaced separately. Therefore, be sure not to remove the SRS coil
from the combination switch assembly
14. Remove the snap ring.
15. Remove the cushion rubber.
16. Disconnect shift lock cable.
17. Disconnect the starter switch harness connector (12) located base of steering column.
18. Remove steering lock cylinder assembly (11).
19. Apply a setting mark across the universal joint and steering shaft to reassemble the parts in their original position.
20. Remove steering column assembly (13).
Installation
To install, follow the removal steps in the reverse order, noting the following points:
1. Install the steering column assembly (13) and align the setting marks on the universal joint and steering shaft made during removal.
2. Tighten the steering column fixing bolts (dash panel side) to the specified torque.
