Supplemental Restraint Systems. Steering Pad Removal

Vehicle Interior. Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200

Supplemental Restraint Systems. Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200

PRECAUTION
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
REMOVE STEERING PAD (for Torx Type)
REMOVE STEERING PAD (for Pin Type)

Steering Pad -- Removal

HINT:

Use the same procedure for RHD and LHD vehicles.
The procedure listed below is for LHD vehicles.

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:

Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (Click here).

NOTICE:

After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (- ) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work (Click here).

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.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (Click here).

3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER

Using a screwdriver, insert the screwdriver into the cutout of the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover and detach the claw and guide to remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.
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4. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

Using a screwdriver, insert the screwdriver into the cutout of the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover and detach the claw and guide to remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.
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5. REMOVE STEERING PAD (for Torx Type)

Land Cruiser. Urj200, 202 Grj200 Vdj200.Supplemental Restraint Systems.Airbag System.Steering Pad Removal

Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 "TORX" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
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Tilt the steering pad toward the seat and support it with one hand.
NOTICE:
1. Do not drop the steering pad.
2. When disconnecting the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

Disconnect the horn connector.

Using a screwdriver, release the connector lock and disconnect the airbag connector.
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Connector Lock

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NOTICE:
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
HINT:
1. Use the same procedure to disconnect the airbag connector on the other side.
2. Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

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6. REMOVE STEERING PAD (for Pin Type)

Using a T25H "TORX" driver, push in the torsion spring to detach the 3 pins and remove the steering pad.
NOTICE:
1. Do not drop the steering pad.
2. When disconnecting the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
HINT:
Insert the T25H "TORX" screwdriver into the installation areas of the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover and lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.

Tilt the steering pad toward the seat and support it with one hand.

Disconnect the horn connector.

Using a screwdriver, release the connector lock and disconnect the airbag connector.
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Connector Lock

Protective Tape
NOTICE:
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
HINT:
1. Use the same procedure to disconnect the airbag connector on the other side.
2. Tape the screwdriver tip before use.