Steering Pad Removal

Restraints. Lexus Is250, Is220D. Gse20 Ale20
Supplemental Restraint System. Lexus Is250, Is220D. Gse20 Ale20

  1. PRECAUTION

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER

  4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

  5. REMOVE STEERING PAD

Steering Pad -- Removal



1. PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing (Click here).


2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
(Click here)
CAUTION:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting cable to prevent the airbag deployment.


3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    Lexus Is250, Is220D. Gse20 Ale20

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

    HINT:
    Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.


4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


    Lexus Is250, Is220D. Gse20 Ale20

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

    HINT:
    Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.


5. REMOVE STEERING PAD


    Lexus Is250, Is220D. Gse20 Ale20.Supplemental Restraint System.Airbag System.Steering Pad Removal

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



    Lexus Is250, Is220D. Gse20 Ale20

  1. 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.

  1. Disconnect the horn connector.

  1. Disconnect the 2 connectors from the steering pad.

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

  1. Remove the steering pad.