Suzuki XL7 2007 Service Manual page 1776

6B-13 Steering Wheel and Column:
Steering Column Replacement
Removal Procedure
CAUTION
!
Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to
prevent rotation. Locking of the steering
column will prevent damage and a possible
malfunction of the SIR system. The steering
wheel must be secured in position before
disconnecting the following components:
• The steering column
• The intermediate shaft
• The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do
not move the front tires and wheels. Failure
to follow these procedures may cause
improper alignment of some components
during installation and result in possible
damage to the SIR coil.
1. Lock the steering wheel in the centered position with
the wheels straight forward.
2. Remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel
module coil. Refer to "Inflatable Restraint Steering
Wheel Module Coil Replacement: ".
3. Remove the driver knee bolster reinforcement. Refer
to "Driver Knee Bolster Reinforcement Replacement:
".
4. Disconnect all electrical connectors as needed.
NOTE
Scribe alignment marks on the steering
column and the intermediate steering shaft
for reassembly alignment.
5. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the
steering column. Refer to "Intermediate Steering
Shaft Replacement".
6. Remove the steering column lower support bracket
bolt (1).
7. Remove the steering column upper support bracket
bolts (1).
8. Remove the steering column.
9. If the steering column is being replaced transfer all
necessary components.