1. Inspect the steering column for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the clearance between the projection on the steering column shown in the figure and the bracket is less than 2.0 mm {0.079 in}
.

If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or more
, replace the steering column component.
NOTE:
If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in} or more
, the impact absorbing mechanism of the steering column will operate, therefore it is necessary to replace the steering column component.
3. Inspect the tilt/telescope mechanism operation for the following:

a. The adjusting lever moves smoothly from the lock to the unlock position.
b. The steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
If there is any malfunction, replace the steering column.
Steering Column And Shaft
Steering Wheel And Column InspectionRear Door Checker Removal/Installation
1. Fully close the rear door glass.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the rear door trim..
4. Remove the rear door speaker..
5. Remove bolt.
6. Remove nuts.
7. Pull out the rear door checker from the rear speaker installation hole.
8. Install in the reverse ...
D Pillar Speaker Inspection
D-pillar speaker
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk board.
b. Trunk end trim.
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. Trunk side trim.
e. D-pillar trim.
3. Disconnect the D-pillar speaker connector..
4. Verify that the resistance between the D-pillar ...
Bumper Stiffener Lower Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Seal board upper.
b. Front bumper.
c. Seal plate.
d. Front under cover No.1.
3. Remove bolts A.
4. Pull the bumper stiffener lower in the direction of the arrow (1), (2) shown
in the figure, detach hooks ...