Steering Pad: Removal

PRECAUTION
CAUTION: Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing (See PRECAUTION ).
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION: Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent the airbag working.

Fig 1: Identifying Horn Button Contact Plate
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REMOVE STEERING WHEEL COVER LOWER NO. 3
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the steering wheel No. 3 cover lower.
  HINT:
  
  Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL COVER LOWER NO. 2
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the steering wheel No. 2 cover lower.
  HINT:
  
  Tape up the screwdriver tip before use.
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 2: Identifying Steering Wheel No.2 Cover Lower 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. Using a screw driver, disconnect the 2 connectors from the steering pad.
  NOTE: When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
  
  Fig 3: Disconnecting Connectors From Steering Pad
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4. Remove the steering pad.