Steering Pad Installation

Support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.

Connect the 2 connectors to the steering pad.

NOTICE:

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

Connect the horn connector.

Confirm that the circumference groove of the "torx" screw fits in the screw case, and place the steering pad onto the steering wheel assembly.

Using a "torx" socket wrench (T30), tighten the 2 "torx" screws.

Torque:

8.8 N*m{90 kgf*cm, 78 in.*lbf}

Install the steering wheel No.3 cover lower.

Install the steering wheel No.2 cover lower.

With the steering pad installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad with a new one:

1. Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.
   

Make sure that the horn sounds.

HINT:

If the horn does not sound, inspect the horn system (Click here).

Perform initialization (Click here).

HINT:

Some systems need initialization after reconnecting the cable to the negative battery terminal.

Inspect the SRS warning light (Click here).