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.


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work 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 NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL LOWER COVER


    1. A01EOLU

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  4. REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL LOWER COVER


    1. A01ES8Q

      Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY


    1. A01ER4PE01

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

    2. A01EQYD

      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.

  6. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL HEATER CONTROL ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EQR2

      Disconnect the 2 connectors.

    2. Remove the 2 screws and controller.