Steering Pad Removal

Restraints. Camry. Acv40 Gsv40
Supplemental Restraint System. Camry. Acv40 Gsv40

  1. PRECAUTION

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  3. REMOVE NO. 3 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER

  4. REMOVE NO. 2 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD

Steering Pad -- Removal



1. PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing (CAMRY_ACV40 RM000000KT107KX.html).
NOTICE:
w/ Navigation System for HDD:
After the ignition switch is turned off, the navigation receiver assembly (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the ignition switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.


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


    Camry. Acv40 Gsv40
  1. Using a screwdriver, disengage the claw and remove the No. 3 lower steering wheel cover.

    HINT:
    Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.


4. REMOVE NO. 2 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER


    Camry. Acv40 Gsv40
  1. Using a screwdriver, disengage the claw and remove the No. 2 lower steering wheel cover.

    HINT:
    Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.


5. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    Camry. Acv40 Gsv40.Supplemental Restraint System.Airbag System.Steering Pad  Removal
  1. Using a "TORX" socket (T30), loosen the 2 "TORX" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.



    Camry. Acv40 Gsv40
  1. Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly and support the steering pad with one hand.

    NOTICE:
    When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
  1. Disconnect the horn connector from the steering pad.

  1. 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.
  1. Remove the steering pad.