STEERING PAD(for Dual Type) ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to follow the correct removal and installation procedures of the steering pad.

PROCEDURE

  1. INSPECT STEERING PAD (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

    1. Perform a diagnostic system check.

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

      1. The defects are as follows:

        • Cuts on the surface and in the grooves of the steering pad

        • Small cracks on the surface and in the grooves of the steering pad

        • Significant discoloration on the surface and in the grooves of the steering pad

        OK

        No defects are found.

        Tip:

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

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

    1. Perform a diagnostic system check.

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

      1. The defects are as follows:

        • Cuts on the surface and in the grooves of the steering pad

        • Small cracks on the surface and in the grooves of the steering pad

        • Significant discoloration on the surface and in the grooves of the steering pad

        • Cracks or other damage to the connector

        • Deformation of the steering wheel assembly

        • Deformation of the horn button contact plate 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.

        Tip:

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