Steering Actuator Removal

Steering. Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
Variable Gear Ratio Steering. Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200

  1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD

  6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

  7. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER

  8. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER

  9. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH

  10. REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

  11. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL CUSHION

  12. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

  13. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH

  14. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

  15. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH

  16. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Multi-information Display)

  17. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Multi-information Display)

  18. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH

  19. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Floor Under Cover)

  20. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH

  21. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL

  22. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE

  23. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag)

  24. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Driver Side Knee Airbag)

  25. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS PROTECTOR AND WIRE HARNESS

  26. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY

  27. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

  28. REMOVE STEERING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY

Steering Actuator -- Removal


CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing the steering column (Click here).
HINT:
  1. Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.
  2. The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.


1. PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD


2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
  1. Disable the AUTO TILT AWAY function by changing the customize parameter (Click here).

    NOTICE:
    Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the AUTO TILT AWAY function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing the operation.
    HINT:
    Performing the above operation causes the AUTO TILT AWAY function to be disabled when the engine switch is turned off.
  1. Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

  1. Turn the engine switch off and disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    CAUTION:
    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
    NOTICE:
    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (Click here).


3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.



4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.



5. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel, as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.

    NOTICE:
    When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
  1. Disconnect the horn connector.

  1. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.

    NOTICE:
    When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.


6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
  1. Remove the steering wheel set nut.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Put matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.

    Text in Illustration
    *a
    Matchmark
    *b
    Hold
    *c
    Turn
  1. Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

    SST
    09950-50013(09951-05010,09952-05010,09953-05020,09954-05011)


7. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Remove the 3 screws.

  1. Detach the 2 claws to remove the lower steering column cover.

    NOTICE:
    Do not damage the tilt and telescopic switch.


8. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 4 clips.

  1. Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.



9. REMOVE TILT AND TELESCOPIC SWITCH


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Disconnect the switch connector.

  1. Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and pull out the switch.

    HINT:
    Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
    NOTICE:
    Pushing on the claw too hard will break the claw.


10. REMOVE COMBINATION SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Disconnect the 5 connectors from the combination switch with spiral cable.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Using pliers, grip the claws of the clamp and remove the combination switch with spiral cable from the steering column.



11. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL CUSHION


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Put protective tape around the No. 2 instrument panel finish panel cushion.

    Text in Illustration
    *1
    Protective Tape
  1. Using a moulding remover, detach the 7 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument panel finish panel cushion.



12. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Remove the clip and screw.

  1. Detach the 8 claws.

  1. Disconnect the connectors, detach the 2 clamps and remove the lower instrument panel pad sub-assembly.



13. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    Text in Illustration
    *1
    Protective Tape
  1. Using a moulding remover, detach the 6 claws and remove the instrument side panel.



14. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.

    Text in Illustration
    *1
    Protective Tape
  1. Using a moulding remover, detach the 3 claws and remove the No. 1 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.



15. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL GARNISH
  1. Place protective tape as shown in the illustration.



  1. Using a moulding remover, detach the 2 claws and remove the No. 2 instrument cluster finish panel garnish.


    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal


    Text in Illustration
    *A
    w/ Entry and Start System
    *B
    w/o Entry and Start System
    *1
    Protective Tape
    -
    -


16. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Multi-information Display)


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 9 claws.

  1. Disconnect the connector and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.



17. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Multi-information Display)


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 9 claws and remove the instrument cluster finish panel.



18. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 7 claws and 4 clips, and remove the scuff plate.



19. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/ Floor Under Cover)


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Remove the 2 screws.

  1. Detach the 3 claws.

  1. Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 instrument panel under cover.



20. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM BOARD LH


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Remove the cap nut.

  1. Detach the 2 clips and remove the cowl side trim board.



21. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Using a screwdriver, detach the 2 claws and open the hole cover.

    HINT:
    Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
    Text in Illustration
    *1
    Protective Tape


  1. w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag:

    1. Remove the 2 bolts.



    2. Detach the 16 claws.


      Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal



  1. w/o Driver Side Knee Airbag:

    1. Remove the 2 bolts.



    2. Detach the 9 claws.


      Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. for Automatic Air Conditioning System:

    1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the room temperature sensor.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the 2 control cables.

  1. Disconnect the connectors and remove the lower No. 1 instrument panel finish panel.



22. REMOVE NO. 1 SWITCH HOLE BASE


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 4 claws.

  1. Disconnect the connectors and remove the No. 1 switch hole cover.



23. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (w/ Driver Side Knee Airbag)


    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Remove the 5 bolts and driver side knee airbag.

  1. Disconnect the connector.

    NOTICE:
    When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.


24. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (w/o Driver Side Knee Airbag)


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 2 claws and disconnect the DLC3.

  1. Remove the 5 bolts and lower instrument panel.



25. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS PROTECTOR AND WIRE HARNESS


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Detach the 3 claws to disconnect the wire harness protector and wire harness.



26. REMOVE NO. 3 AIR DUCT SUB-ASSEMBLY


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Remove the clip.

  1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the duct.



27. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Put matchmarks on the steering actuator and steering column.

  1. Remove the bolt.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Remove the 4 nuts and steering column.



28. REMOVE STEERING ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY


Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. While pushing the claws on both sides of the connector, move the lock in the direction of the arrow.

  1. Disconnect the connector.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200
  1. Hold the clamp with needle nose pliers, then insert a screwdriver and turn it in the direction shown in the illustration to remove the clamp of the steering column hole cover.



    Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Variable Gear Ratio Steering.Variable Gear Ratio Steering System.Steering Actuator  Removal
  1. Put matchmarks on the steering actuator and No. 2 steering intermediate shaft.

  1. Remove the bolt, and then pull out the actuator assembly toward the inside of the vehicle.