Honda 53200-SJC-A03 Column Assembly, Steering

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Park the vehicle with the wheels pointing straight ahead. Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Adjust the steering wheel tilt to the Neutral position, approximately 8 mm down from the uppermost position. On 2007 Acura MDX models, adjust the column to its fully down and (telescopically adjusted) out position. Remove the steering wheel. Prevent the steering shaft from turning. If this is not done, the airbag clock spring could be damaged. Remove the steering column covers. On 2007 Acura MDX models, remove the panel below the instrument panel on the driver's side by pulling the edge closest to you down to release its clips. Disconnect any related electrical connectors. Remove the clock spring. Remove the steering column switches. Remove the shift cable from the shift lever and cable mounting bracket. Remove the steering shaft cover, if equipped. Mark the relationship of the U-joint to the intermediate shaft, then remove the pinch bolt. Detach the clip that holds the main wiring harness to the steering column. Follow the harness and disconnect any remaining electrical connectors. Remove the steering column mounting fasteners, lower the column and pull it to the rear, making sure nothing is still connected, then remove the column. Guide the steering column into position while connecting the intermediate shaft with the U-joint at the bottom - noting the alignment marks made previously. Install the steering column mounting fasteners and tighten them to the torque. Install the intermediate shaft pinch bolt and nut, tightening it to the torque. The remainder of installation is the reverse of removal. Reconnect the negative battery cable.