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Steering Column: Installation

  1. Install steering column assembly.
  2. Align the setting marks on the universal joint and steering shaft made during removal.
  3. Tighten the steering column fixing bolt (dash panel) to the specified torque.

    Torque:  19 N.m (14 lb ft)

  4. Tighten the steering column fixing bolt (pedal bracket) to the specified torque.

    Torque:  17 N.m (13 lb ft)

  5. Tighten the universal joint to the specified torque.

    Torque:  25 N.m (18 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 counterclockwise to full, return about 3 turns and align the neutral mark.
    CAUTION: When turning the SRS coil counterclockwise to full, stop turning if resistance is felt. Forced further turning may damage to the cable in the SRS coil.
    Fig 1: Aligning The Neutral Mark
    G02800144Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  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.
    Fig 2: Installing Steering Column Cover
    G02800145Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  13. Install steering wheel and align the setting marks made when removing.
    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.
  14. Tighten the steering wheel fixing nut to the specified torque.

    Torque:  34 N.m (25 lb ft)

  15. Support the module and carefully connect the module connector then install inflator module.
    CAUTION:
    • Never use the air bag assembly from another vehicle. Use only the air bag assembly for "UX".
    NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from being pinched.
  16. Secure the module with one bolt to relieve weight on the wire connector.
  17. Tighten bolts to specified sequence as illustrated.

    Torque:  8 N.m (69 lb in)

    Fig 3: Tightening Bolts
    G02800146Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  18. Install driver knee bolster (reinforcement).
  19. Install steering lower cover.
  20. Install the engine hood opening lever.
  21. Install lower cluster assembly.
  22. Connect the wiring harness connectors then install front console assembly.
  23. Install the transmission (for M/T) and transfer control lever knob.
  24. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located under the steering column.
  25. Connect the battery "-" (negative) terminal cable.
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