STEERING PAD REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.

  • The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.


  1. PREPARATION

    Note

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

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    CAUTION:

    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, detach the 2 claws and remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.

      Tech Tips

      Protective tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


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      *A w/o Cruise Control System
      *B w/ Cruise Control System
      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, detach the 2 claws and remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.

      Tech Tips

      Protective tape the screwdriver tip before use.

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY


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      *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.

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      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.

    3. Disconnect the horn connector.

    4. Disconnect the connector and remove the steering pad.

      Note

      When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.