PROCEDURE
INSTALL STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
Check that the engine switch is off.
Check that the cable is disconnected 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.
Support the steering pad assembly with one hand.
| *1 | Connector Lock |
Connect the airbag connector and lock the connector lock.
Note
When connecting any airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
Be sure to only connect the connectors to each corresponding color.
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure to connect the airbag connector on the other side.
Connect the horn connector.
Set the steering pad assembly to the steering wheel assembly.
Check that the airbag wire harness and horn wire harness are not pinched.
| *1 | Upper Pin |
| *2 | Lower Pin |
Press the steering pad assembly with both hands to attach the 2 upper pins to the torsion springs.
Press the steering pad assembly with both hands to attach the lower pin to the torsion spring.
Note
After installation, try to pull the steering pad assembly and check that the steering pad assembly is securely installed.
INSTALL LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Attach the guide and claw to install the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.
INSTALL LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Attach the guide and claw to install the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.
CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Note
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.
INSPECT STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
With the steering pad assembly installed to the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad assembly with a new one:
Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad assembly top surface or in the grooved portion.
Make sure that the horn sounds.
PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK
CHECK SRS WARNING LIGHT