Steering Pad: Removal

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
NOTE: Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent the airbag working.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL NO.3 COVER LOWER
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the steering wheel No.3 cover lower.
  HINT:
  
  Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel No.3 Cover Lower
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REMOVE STEERING WHEEL NO.2 COVER LOWER
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the steering wheel No.2 cover lower.
  HINT:
  
  Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Steering Wheel No.2 Cover Lower
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REMOVE STEERING PAD
1. Using a "Torx" socket wrench (T30), loosen the 2 "Torx" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
  
  Fig 3: Loosening Steering Pad Screws
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2. Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly and support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.
  NOTE: When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
3. Disconnect the horn connector.
4. Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.
  NOTE: When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Steering Pad And Horn Connector
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