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 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.

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    1. Check that the engine switch is off.

    2. 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.

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

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      Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly.

      Note

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

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      Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the airbag connector from the steering pad.

      Note

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

    6. Disconnect the horn connector to remove the steering pad.