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Steering Column: Installation

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WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live side air bag module with the air bag and tear seam pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: Do not set a live side air bag module down on the cover tear seam. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterward.
WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for correct system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Install and correctly position a new sensor or any other damaged Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or installing a new front or side supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before repairing, installing new, adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.

The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.

To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).

WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
NOTE: If a seat equipped with a seat-mounted side air bag system is being repaired the air bag system must be deactivated per the deactivation procedure contained in DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
NOTE: Restraint system diagnostic tools must be installed under the seats in the side air bag to floor connector.
NOTE: Diagnostics or repairs are not to be carried out on a side air bag system or a safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) with the seat in the vehicle. Prior to attempting to diagnose/repair the side air bag system or a safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) the seat must be removed from the vehicle and the air bag diagnostic tool must be installed in side air bag connector at the floor connector. The air bag must be removed prior to operating the vehicle.
NOTE: After diagnosing/repairing a seat system the restraint system diagnostic simulator must be removed before operating the vehicle.
NOTE: A repair is made by installing new components only. If a new part is installed and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
NOTE: If a side air bag deployment took place, new seatback pad, trim cover, and side air bag module must be installed. A new seatback frame should be installed if necessary.

  1. All Vehicles

    Install the steering column and loosely install the steering column support bolt. Install and tighten the nuts to specification.
    Fig 1: Installing Steering Column Support Bolts
    G01152437Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Tighten the steering column support bolt.
    Fig 2: Installing Steering Column Support Bolt
    G01152438Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Connect the steering column shaft to the flexible coupling and install a new the pinch bolt and nut.
    Fig 3: Installing Pinch Bolt & Nut
    G01152439Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Position the boot.
    Fig 4: Positioning Steering Gear Boot Cover
    G01152440Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the electrical connectors.
    Fig 5: Connecting Electrical Connectors
    G01152441Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. If equipped, connect the selector lever shift cable to the lever and bracket.
    Fig 6: Connecting Selector Lever Shift Cable
    G01152442Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the multifunction switch and headlamp switch electrical connector.
    Fig 7: Connecting Multifunction Switch & Headlamp Switch Electrical Connector
    G01152443Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Secure the harness to the gearshift housing.
    Fig 8: Securing Harness To Gearshift Housing
    G01152444Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  9. Connect the Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) transceiver module electrical connector and install the pin-type retainer.
    Fig 9: Connecting PATS Transceiver Module Electrical Connector & Retainer
    G01152445Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the trim panel.
    Fig 10: Installing Trim Panel
    G01152446Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the air bag sliding contact.
    • Install the screws.
    • Connect the electrical connectors.
      Fig 11: Installing Air Bag Sliding Contact
      G01152447Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the tape from the airbag sliding contact.
    Fig 12: Removing Tape From Airbag Sliding Contact
    G01152448Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  13. Center clockspring, turn clockwise until slight resistance is felt then turn counter clockwise 2.75 turns.
    Fig 13: Centering Clockspring
    G01152449Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  14. Align the clockspring tabs.
    Fig 14: Aligning Clockspring Tabs
    G01152450Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the screws and the lower steering column shroud.
    Fig 15: Installing Lower Steering Column Shroud
    G01152451Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the upper steering column shroud.
    Fig 16: Installing Upper Steering Column Shroud
    G01152452Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the steering wheel.
    1. Connect the electrical connector.
    2. Position the steering wheel onto the steering column shaft.
      Fig 17: Installing Steering Wheel
      G01152453Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  18. Tighten the pinion shaft.
    Fig 18: Tightening Pinion Shaft
    G01152454Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  19. Connect the special tool to the instrument panel harness side of the driver air bag module electrical connector.
    Fig 19: Connecting Special Tool To Instrument Panel Harness Side Of Driver Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
    G01152455Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    20. WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
    Fig 20: Removing Special Tool From Driver Seat Side Air Bag Module Body Harness Electrical Connector
    G01152456Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

  20. Vehicles With Side Air Bags
    Remove the special tool from the driver seat side air bag module body harness electrical connector.
  21. Connect the driver-side air bag module electrical connector.
    Fig 21: Connecting Driver-Side Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
    G01152457Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    22. WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
    Fig 22: Removing Special Tool From Driver-Side Safety Belt Pretensioner Body Harness Electrical Connector
    G01152458Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

  22. All Vehicles
    Remove the special tool from the driver-side safety belt pretensioner body harness electrical connector.
  23. Connect the driver-side safety belt pretensioner electrical connector.
    Fig 23: Connecting Driver-Side Safety Belt Pretensioner Electrical Connector
    G01152459Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  24. Connect the battery ground cable.
  25. With the remaining special tools still in place, prove out the air bag system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  26. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
    27. WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
    Fig 24: Removing Special Tool From Passenger Seat Side Air Bag Module Body Harness Electrical Connector
    G01152460Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

  27. Vehicles With Side Air Bags
    Remove the special tool from the passenger seat side air bag module body harness electrical connector.
  28. Connect the passenger-side air bag module electrical connector.
    Fig 25: Connecting Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
    G01152461Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    29. WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
    Fig 26: Removing Special Tool From Passenger-Side Safety Belt Pretensioner Body Harness Electrical Connector
    G01152462Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

  29. All Vehicles
    Remove the special tool from the passenger-side safety belt pretensioner body harness electrical connector.
  30. Connect the passenger-side safety belt pretensioner electrical connector.
    Fig 27: Connecting Passenger-Side Safety Belt Pretensioner Electrical Connector
    G01152463Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
  31. Remove the special tool from the instrument panel harness side of the passenger air bag module electrical connector.
    Fig 28: Removing Special Tool From Instrument Panel Harness Side Of Passenger Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
    G01152464Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  32. Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connector.
  33. Raise the glove compartment.
    • Depress the locking tabs.
    34. WARNING: The air bag diagnostic tool is for restraint system repair only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
    Fig 29: Removing Special Tool From Instrument Panel Harness Side Of Driver Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
    G01152465Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  34. Remove the special tool from the instrument panel harness side of the driver air bag module electrical connector.
  35. Connect the driver air bag module electrical connector.
    Fig 30: Connecting Driver Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
    G01152466Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  36. Install the steering wheel air bag connector access cover.
    Fig 31: Installing Steering Wheel Air Bag Connector Access Cover
    G01152467Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  37. Connect the battery ground cable.
  38. Prove out the air bag system. Refer to DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
  39. Check the restraint system for correct operation.
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