Steering Pad (For Hatchback) Removal

Vehicle Interior. Yaris. Ncp93, 131

  1. PRECAUTION

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

  3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

  4. REMOVE STEERING PAD

Steering Pad (For Hatchback) -- Removal


CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing (YARIS_NCP93 RM000000KT10EAX.html).


1. PRECAUTION
NOTICE:
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work (YARIS_NCP93 RM00000482M008X.html).


2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.


3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER


Yaris. Ncp93, 131.Supplemental Restraint Systems.Airbag System (For Sedan).Steering Pad (For Hatchback)  Removal
  1. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, disengage the 2 claws and remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.

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    Protective Tape


4. REMOVE STEERING PAD


Yaris. Ncp93, 131
  1. Check that the ignition switch is off.

  1. Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

    CAUTION:
    Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.
  1. Using a "TORX" driver, push in the 3 snap rings to disengage it from the 3 pins.

    NOTICE:
    Lightly hold the steering pad to prevent it from falling.
  1. Pull the steering pad toward rear.

    NOTICE:
    When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
  1. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, release the 2 locking buttons.



    Yaris. Ncp93, 131.Supplemental Restraint Systems.Airbag System (For Sedan).Steering Pad (For Hatchback)  Removal
  1. Disconnect the 2 airbag connectors.

    NOTICE:
    When disconnecting the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
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    Protective Tape
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    Locking button
  1. Disconnect the horn terminal.