STEERING PAD ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

INSPECT STEERING PAD (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

1. Perform a diagnostic system check Click here.

2. Visually check for defects with the steering pad installed on the vehicle.

   Tech Tips

   The defects are as follows:

   
   

   • Cuts on the surface or in the grooves

   • Small cracks on the surface or in the grooves

   • Significant discoloration on the surface or in the grooves

   OK
   No defects are found.

   If any of the defects is found, replace the steering pad with a new one.

INSPECT STEERING PAD (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)

1. Perform a diagnostic system check Click here.

2. Visually check for defects with the steering pad removed from the vehicle.

   Tech Tips

   The defects are as follows:

   
   

   • Cuts on the surface or in the grooves

   • Small cracks on the surface or in the grooves

   • Significant discoloration on the surface or in the grooves

   • Cracks or other damage to the connector

   • Deformation of the steering wheel assembly

   • Deformation of the horn button sub-assembly of the steering pad

   • Interference or uneven clearance between the steering pad and steering wheel assembly when the new steering pad is installed on the steering wheel assembly

   OK
   No defects are found.

   If any of the defects is found, replace the steering pad or steering wheel assembly with a new one.