STEERING PAD REMOVAL

PROCEDURE


  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 LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

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      *1 w/o Cruise Control Switch:
      *2 w/ Cruise Control Switch:

  4. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    1. 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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      *1 w/o Steering Pad Switch:
      *2 w/ Steering Pad Switch:
      *3 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.