Toyota Venza: Inspection

Toyota Venza Service Manual / Steering Column / Steering Column Assembly / Inspection

INSPECTION

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT PRELOAD

(a) Secure the steering column assembly in a vise.

Text in Illustration

*1	Service Nut
*2	Steering Wheel Assembly Set Nut

NOTICE:

When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

(b) Install a service nut to the steering main shaft.

Recommended service nut:

Thread diameter

12.0 mm (0.472 in.)

Thread pitch

1.25 mm (0.0492 in.)

(d) Lock the steering wheel assembly set nut using the service nut.

(e) Using a torque wrench, turn the main shaft and measure the preload.

Torque:

Preload :

0.98-1.58 N·m {10-16 kgf·cm, 9-13 in·lbf}

If the preload is not as specified, replace the steering column assembly.

2. INSPECT STEERING LOCK OPERATION (w/o Smart Key System)

(a) Check that the steering lock mechanism is activated when the key is removed.

(b) Check that the steering lock mechanism is deactivated when the key is inserted and turned to the ACC position.

HINT:

If there is any abnormality, replace the ignition switch lock cylinder assembly or steering column upper bracket assembly.

Disassembly

DISASSEMBLY CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT NOTICE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it. PROCEDURE 1. REMOVE STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY (w/ Smart Key System) (a) Secure the steering column ass ...

Reassembly

REASSEMBLY CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT NOTICE: When using a vise, do not overtighten it. PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY (w/ Smart Key System) (a) Secure the steering column ass ...

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