Tech Tips
Use the same procedures for the RH and LH sides.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
| *1 | Screw Case |
Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
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.
Disconnect the horn connector.
Disconnect the connector and remove the steering pad.
Note
When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Remove the steering wheel set nut.
Place matchmarks on the steering wheel and main shaft.
Using SST, remove the steering wheel.
REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER LOWER
Remove the 3 screws and lower cover.
REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER
REMOVE KEY CYLINDER LIGHT ASSEMBLY
Using a screwdriver, detach the claw key cylinder light assembly in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration and remove it.
Disconnect the connector.