STEERING PAD REMOVAL


  1. PRECAUTION

    CAUTION:

    Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing Click here.

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait for at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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      Disengage the claw and remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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      Disengage the claw and remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD


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      Using a "TORX" socket wrench (T30), loosen the 2 "TORX" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.

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      Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly and support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.

      Note

      When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

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      Disconnect the horn connector from the steering pad.

    4. Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the 2 airbag connectors and remove the steering pad.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.