STEERING WHEEL 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 column Click here.


  1. FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

  2. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

  3. 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


    • After the engine switch is turned off, the navigation system requires approximately 90 seconds to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 90 seconds or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

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

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A015BV6

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  5. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    1. A0159MPE01

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  6. REMOVE STEERING PAD (w/ Airbag System)


    1. A0158E8E01

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

    2. A0155SD

      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.

  7. REMOVE STEERING PAD (w/o Airbag System)

    Tech Tips

    Refer to the step "REMOVE STEERING PAD (w/ Airbag System)".

  8. REMOVE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY (w/ Steering Pad Switch)


    1. A015A86

      Disconnect the connector.

    2. Remove the 2 screws.

    3. Detach the 4 claws and remove the steering pad switch.

  9. REMOVE CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH (w/ Cruise Control System)


    1. A015A32

      Disconnect the connector and clamp.

    2. A0157YS

      Remove the 2 screws.

    3. A0155O5

      Remove the switch.

  10. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY


    1. Remove the steering wheel set nut.

    2. A0155JKE03
      Text in Illustration
      *a Matchmark
      *b Hold
      *c Turn

      Put matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.

    3. Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

      SST
      09950-50013   ( 09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05011 )

  11. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY (w/ Steering Heater)


    1. A0159X8

      Disconnect the 2 connectors.

    2. A0159AF

      Detach the connector clamp.

    3. Remove the 2 screws and steering wheel heater control assembly from the lower steering wheel boss cover.

  12. REMOVE STEERING PAD COVER LH (w/o Steering Pad Switch)


    1. A01558CE01

      Remove the screw and 3 guide pins, remove the steering pad cover.

  13. REMOVE STEERING PAD COVER RH (w/o Steering Pad Switch)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedures described for the LH side.

  14. REMOVE STEERING SHAKE DAMPER


    1. A015BC2

      Remove the 2 screws and remove the steering shake damper.

  15. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL BOSS LOWER COVER


    1. A0158JJ

      Remove the 2 screws and 4 claws, and remove the steering wheel boss lower cover.