STEERING PAD REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Click here.

PROCEDURE


  1. PRECAUTION

    Note

    After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Click here.

  2. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER RH (for Front Floor Cover Type A)

    Click here

  3. REMOVE CENTER FRONT FLOOR COVER (for Front Floor Cover Type B)

    Click here

  4. REMOVE FRONT FLOOR COVER RH (for Front Floor Cover Type B)

    Click here

  5. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE AUXILIARY BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary 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.

  6. REMOVE STEERING PAD


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      *1 Retaining Clip
      *2 "TORX" Driver
      *a Push

      Insert a flat "TORX" driver into the service hole on the lower part the steering wheel assembly as shown in the illustration.

    2. Push in the retaining clip with the flat position of the "TORX" driver head and disengage the retaining hook from the retaining clip at the lower part of the steering pad.

      Note

      Do not push too hard, otherwise you might damage the retaining clip.

      Tech Tips

      The steering pad is fixed to the steering wheel by using 3 retaining clips as shown in the illustration.

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      *1 Retaining Hooks 2 at the Upper Side *2 Retaining Hooks 1 at the Lower Side
      *3 Upper Side 2 Retainer Holes w/ Retaining Clips *4 Lower Side 1 Retainer Hole w/ Retaining Clip
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      After making sure the retaining clip has disengaged from the retaining hook at the lower part of the steering pad, lift up the lower part of the steering pad.

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      Slightly push the steering pad into the direction of the upper part of the steering wheel.

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      Remove the steering pad from the steering wheel hub portion.

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      *1 Protective Tape
      *2 Locking Button

      Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, release the locking button.

    7. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disconnect the connector.

    8. Disconnect the horn terminal.