Steering Pad Switch -- Removal |
| 1. REMOVE CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL |
- CAUTION:
- Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.
- NOTICE:
- 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. REMOVE NO. 3 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER |
Using a screwdriver, disengage the claw and remove the No. 3 lower steering wheel cover.
- HINT:
- Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.
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| 3. REMOVE NO. 2 LOWER STEERING WHEEL COVER |
Using a screwdriver, disengage the claw and remove the No. 2 lower steering wheel cover.
- HINT:
- Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.
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| 4. REMOVE STEERING PAD |
Using a "TORX" socket (T30), loosen the 2 "TORX" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
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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.
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Disconnect the horn connector from the steering pad.
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.
Remove the steering pad.
| 5. REMOVE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY |
Disconnect the pad switch connector from the spiral cable.
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Remove the screw.
Disengage the 2 pins and remove the steering pad switch.
Remove the screw.
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Disengage the 2 pins and remove the steering pad switch assembly.