Removal

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: REMOVAL

1. 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.

2. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.





3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Detach the 2 claws and remove the steering wheel cover.





4. REMOVE STEERING PAD

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





(b) Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel, as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.





NOTICE:
When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

(c) Disconnect the horn connector.

(d) Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.

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