Nissan GT-R (R35) · Service Manual RESTRAINTS

SPIRAL CABLE

Exploded View



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1.
 		Spiral cable
 		2.
 		Steering angle sensor
 		3.
 		Steering column cover (upper)

Removal and Installation


■ WARNING ■
  • Before servicing, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect battery negative terminal and wait at least 3 minutes.
  • Never use the air tools or electric tools for servicing.

 
 REMOVAL

    1.Set the steering column to the fullest extent.
    2.Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to Removal and Installation.
    3.Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation.
    4.Remove the steering column cover. Refer to Exploded View.
    5.Remove the spiral cable (1) mounting screws (A).
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    6.Remove the spiral cable (1) fixing pawls with remover tool (A).
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    		: Pawl

    7.Pull the spiral cable (1), and then disconnect the spiral cable harness connectors (A) and steering angle sensor harness connector (B).
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    8.Remove the spiral cable.
■ CAUTION ■
  • Never impact the spiral cable.

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  • Replace the spiral cable if it is dropped or sustains an impact.

  • Never disassemble the spiral cable.
  • Never apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
  • Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the spiral cable.
 
 INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.

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■ CAUTION ■
  • The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the cable is installed in an improper position.
    The neutral position is set as per the following.
  • Carefully turn the spiral cable clockwise to the end position.Then turn it counterclockwise (about 2 and a half turns) and stop turning at the mark (B) when the stopper insertion holes are in the same position.
  • The service part is installed in the neutral position by the stopper and can be set without adjusting after the stopper is removed.
  • Never over turn the spiral cable or go beyond the number of turns required. (This causes the cable to snap)
  • Adjust the spiral cable locating pin (A) to the steering wheel locating pin hole (C).

  • If malfunction is detected by the air bag warning lamp, after repair or replacement of the malfunctioning parts, reset the memory using self-diagnosis or CONSULT-III. Refer to Diagnosis Description.
  • After the work is complete, check that no system malfunction is detected by air bag warning lamp.