HEATED STEERING WHEEL CONTROLLER REMOVAL

CAUTION:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing the steering wheel Click here.

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.


  1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM 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.

  2. REMOVE NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL LOWER COVER


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      Detach the 2 claws and remove the cover.

  3. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL LOWER COVER


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      Text in Illustration
      *A w/o Cruise Control System
      *B w/ Cruise Control System

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the cover.

  4. REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Screw Case

      Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 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 as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.

      Note

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

    3. Disconnect the horn connector.

    4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.

      Note

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

  5. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY


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      Disconnect the 2 connectors and connector clamp.

    2. Remove the 2 screws and steering wheel heater control assembly.