Removal

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: STEERING PAD: REMOVAL

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing Airbag System (for TMC Made) for TMC made, Airbag System (except TMC Made) except TMC made).

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.

3. REMOVE NO. 3 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the No. 3 lower steering wheel cover.

HINT
Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.





4. REMOVE NO. 2 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the No. 2 lower steering wheel cover.





HINT
Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.

5. REMOVE STEERING PAD

(a) Using a "torx" socket wrench (T30), loosen the 2 "torx" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.





(b) Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly and support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.





NOTICE:
When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

(c) Disconnect the horn connector from the steering pad.

(d) Disconnect the 2 airbag connectors and remove the steering pad.

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