REMOVAL (To 8/2009): Removal

WARNING:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .

PRECAUTION (w/ Navigation System for HDD)
NOTE:
After the engine switch is turned off, the display and navigation module display (HDD navigation system) records various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, make sure to wait at least 60 seconds before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.
PRECAUTION
NOTE:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION .
ALIGN FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
REMOVE STEERING PAD
HINT:

Refer to the instructions for Removal of the steering pad. Refer to REMOVAL .

REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

Fig 1: Remove The Steering Wheel Assembly Set Nut
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*1 Matchmark
Put matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and steering main shaft.
Disconnect the connectors from the spiral cable.

Using SST, remove the steering wheel assembly.

Fig 2: Remove The Steering Wheel Assembly

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*1	Turn
*2	Hold

SST: 09950-50013
- 09951-05010
- 09952-05010
- 09953-05020
- 09954-05070

NOTE:

Apply a small amount of grease to the threads and tip of SST (09953-05020) before use.

REMOVE STEERING SHAKE DAMPER
1. Remove the 2 screws.
  
  Fig 3: Remove The 2 Screws
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2. Remove the steering shake damper from the steering wheel assembly.
REMOVE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the screw.
  
  Fig 4: Remove The Screw
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2. Disengage the 2 claws and pin to remove the steering pad switch assembly (RH side) from the steering wheel sub-assembly.
3. Remove the screw.
4. Disengage the 2 claws and pin to remove the steering pad switch assembly (LH side) from the steering wheel sub-assembly.
  
  Fig 5: Disengage The 2 Claws And Pin
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REMOVE CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH . Refer to REMOVAL - Step 6
REMOVE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH WIRE
REMOVE LOWER STEERING WHEEL BOSS COVER
1. Remove the 2 pins.
  
  Fig 6: Remove The 2 Pins
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2. Disengage the 2 claws to remove the lower steering wheel boss cover from the steering wheel sub-assembly.
REMOVE STEERING PAD ATTACHING SCREW
1. Remove the 2 steering pad attaching screws from the lower steering wheel boss cover.
  
  Fig 7: Remove The 2 Steering Pad Attaching Screws
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