Last Modified: 08-21-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001YKUA
Model Year Start: 2022 Model: Avalon HV Prod Date Range: [08/2021 -           ]
Title: STEERING COLUMN: STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY (for Power Tilt and Power Telescopic Steering Column): REMOVAL; 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during steering column assembly removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for Gasoline Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link
*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

Removal/installation of the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly

Steering angle zero point learning (Initialize intelligent clearance sonar system)
  • Intelligent Clearance Sonar System
  • Intuitive Parking Assist System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

  • Steering angle zero point learning (Initialize parking assist monitor system)
  • Steering angle setting

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION for Initialization

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION for Calibration

Steering angle zero point learning (Initialize panoramic view monitor system)

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION for Initialization

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION for Calibration

Steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator or upper bracket assembly)

Code registration (Smart Key System (for Start Function))

Smart Key System (for Start Function)

2021 - 2022 MY Avalon [08/2020 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION

Disconnect cable from negative auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Tracing Assist System

2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

Intelligent Clearance Sonar System*

Lighting System (for Gasoline Model with Cornering Light)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced (for HV Model)

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link
*: When performing learning using the Techstream.

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

Removal/installation of the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly

Steering angle zero point learning (Initialize intelligent clearance sonar system)
  • Intelligent Clearance Sonar System
  • Intuitive Parking Assist System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION

  • Steering angle zero point learning (Initialize parking assist monitor system)
  • Steering angle setting

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM(for HV Model): INITIALIZATION for Initialization

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM(for HV Model): CALIBRATION for Calibration

Steering angle zero point learning (Initialize panoramic view monitor system)

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): INITIALIZATION for Initialization

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): CALIBRATION for Calibration

Steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator or upper bracket assembly)

Code registration (Smart key System (for Start Function))

Smart Key System (for Start Function)

2021 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [08/2020 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): REGISTRATION

Disconnect cable from negative auxiliary battery terminal

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Tracing Assist System

2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM: INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

Intelligent Clearance Sonar System*

Lighting System (for HV Model with Cornering Light)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM(for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for HV Model): INITIALIZATION

PROCEDURE

1. PRECAUTION

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

2. CHANGE POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN SYSTEM SETTINGS

(a) Disable the auto tilt away function by changing the customize settings.

for Gasoline Model: Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS

for HV Model: Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: POWER TILT AND POWER TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN SYSTEM(for HV Model): CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS

NOTICE:

Record the current customize 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 (for Gasoline Model) or power switch (for HV Model) is turned off.

(b) Turn the engine switch (for Gasoline Model) or power switch (for HV Model) on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.

3. ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

4. REMOVE HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: REMOVAL

5. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING COLUMN: STEERING WHEEL: REMOVAL+

6. REMOVE LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER

NOTICE:

Removing the lower steering column cover in the incorrect order will cause the parts to break.

(a) Remove the 3 screws.

Push Area

Push in this direction

(b) While pressing the push area shown in the illustration to disengage the 2 claws, slightly lower the lower steering column cover.

7. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER

(a) Disengage the claw and separate the upper steering column cover.

Separate in this direction

(b) Disengage the 2 claws and 4 clips to remove the upper steering column cover.

8. REMOVE TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY

NOTICE:

  • Do not remove/install the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly with the auxiliary battery connected and the engine switch (for Gasoline Model) or power switch (for HV Model) on (IG).
  • Do not rotate the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly without the steering wheel assembly installed, with the auxiliary battery connected and the engine switch (for Gasoline Model) or power switch (for HV Model) on (IG).
  • Ensure that the steering wheel assembly is installed and aligned straight when inspecting the steering sensor.

(a) Disconnect each connector from the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly.

(b) Using pliers, expand the clamp.

*a

Clamp

(c) While holding the clamp expanded, raise the claw using a screwdriver to disengage it, and then remove the turn signal switch assembly with spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering column assembly.

9. REMOVE LOWER NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

Click here 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Driver Side): REMOVAL

10. REMOVE NO. 1 AIR DUCT

(a) Remove the 2 bolts.

*a

View A

Front

(b) Disengage the 3 claws to remove the No. 1 air duct.

NOTICE:

Be careful not to deform or damage the lower heater case of the air conditioner unit assembly when removing the No. 1 air duct.

11. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL LH

Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; MAINTENANCE: TIRE AND WHEEL: REMOVAL+

12. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for Gasoline Model)

Click here 2022 MY Avalon [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR (for Gasoline Model): REMOVAL+

13. SEPARATE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY (for HV Model)

Click here 2022 MY Avalon HV [08/2021 -        ]; STEERING GEAR / LINKAGE: STEERING GEAR (for HV Model): REMOVAL+

14. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN HOLE COVER

(a) Turn back the floor carpet.

(b) Remove the clip.

(c) Disengage the 2 clips to remove the steering column hole cover.

15. REMOVE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ASSEMBLY

(a) Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp as shown in the illustration.

(b) Remove the bolt and slide the steering intermediate shaft assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not remove the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering column assembly.

*a

Matchmark

Slide in this direction

(c) Put matchmarks on the steering intermediate shaft assembly and steering column assembly.

(d) Remove the steering intermediate shaft assembly from the steering column assembly.

16. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect each connector and disengage each wire harness clamp from the steering column assembly.

(b) Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and steering column assembly.