Disconnect the negative(-) terminal from the battery.
After removing the 3 bolts shown in the illustration, disconnect the airbag connector and horn connector, then remove the driver's airbag module.
For the vehicles not equipped with SRS airbag, remove the horn cover.
Remove the steering wheel lock nut.
After aligning the marks on the steering shaft and wheel, remove the steering wheel using the special tool.
Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it, doing so it may damage the steering column.
After removing the 3 screws shown in the illustration, remove the column shroud.
Remove the connector attached to the airbag clock spring and multifunction switch.
After pushing the 2 portions shown in the illustration, remove the multifunction switch.
After removing the 2 mounting bolts, remove the lower crash pad.
Remove the 4 bolts fixing the steering column shaft.
Remove the bolt connecting the universal joint and gear box.
Remove the steering column shaft assembly.