Lexus LX - INSPECT TILT MOTOR; INSPECT TELESCOPIC MOTOR

3. REMOVE UPPER STEERING COLUMN COVER
a. Detach the 4 clips.
b. Detach the claw to remove the upper steering column cover.
4. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
a. Remove the driver side knee airbag assembly ( Click here).
5. INSPECT TILT MOTOR
a. Inspect the tilt motor.
i. Disconnect connector A from the multiplex tilt and telescopic ECU.
ii. Apply battery voltage to the tilt motor connector, and check the
steering wheel tilt operation.
OK
Measurement Condition Specified Condition
Battery positive (+) → Terminal
10 (TIM+)
Battery negative (-) → Terminal
1(TIM-)
Steering wheel tilts
up
Battery negative (-) → Terminal
10 (TIM+)
Battery positive (+) → Terminal
1(TIM-)
Steering wheel tilts
down
If the result is not as specified, replace the steering column assembly.
6. INSPECT TELESCOPIC MOTOR
a. Inspect the telescopic motor.