REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH
Remove the 7 clips and engine room side cover LH.
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.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.
REMOVE STEERING PAD
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 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.
Note
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.