Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.
The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.
PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing Click here.
Note
After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work Click here.
DISABLE AUTOAWAY/RETURN FUNCTION
Disable the auto away/return function by changing the customize parameter Click here.
Note
Record the current customize parameter setting (whether the auto away/return function is enabled or disabled) in order to restore the current setting after finishing this operation.
Tech Tips
Performing the above operation disables the auto away/return function when the engine switch is turned off.
Turn the engine switch on (IG). Operate the tilt and telescopic switch to fully extend and lower the steering column assembly.
Turn the engine switch off.
REMOVE COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER RH
Remove the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver RH.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Disconnect the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER
w/o Driver Monitor Camera:
w/ Driver Monitor Camera:
REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY WITH SENSOR
Note
Do not replace the spiral cable sub-assembly with the battery connected and the engine switch on (IG).
Do not rotate the spiral cable sub-assembly with the battery connected and the engine switch on (IG).
Ensure that the steering wheel is installed and aligned straight when inspecting the steering sensor.
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Slide the slider to release the lock, and then disconnect the yellow airbag connector from the spiral cable sub-assembly with sensor.
Note
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
Disconnect the other connector from the spiral cable sub-assembly with sensor.
Detach the 3 claws to remove the spiral cable sub-assembly with sensor.
REMOVE STEERING SENSOR
Detach the 6 claws to remove the spiral cable sub-assembly from the steering sensor.