Removal [08/2012 - ]

PRECAUTION
WARNING:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing. Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2012 - ] .
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2012 - ]

WARNING:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent the airbag deployment.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel No. 3 Cover Lower
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  HINT:
  
  Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
1. Using a screwdriver, remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Steering Wheel No. 2 Cover Lower
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  
  HINT:
  
  Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
REMOVE STEERING PAD
1. Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 "TORX" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Steering Pad TORX Screws
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2. Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel assembly and support the steering pad with one hand.
  NOTE:
  When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
3. Disconnect the horn connector.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Horn Connectors
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4. Disconnect the 2 connectors from the steering pad.
  NOTE:
  When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
5. Remove the steering pad.