Steering Pad: Removal
- PRECAUTION CAUTION: Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing (See PRECAUTION ).
- DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL CAUTION: Work must be started at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned off and after the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.
- REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY
- Using a "TORX" socket (T30), loosen the 2 "TORX" screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.
- 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.
- Disconnect the horn connector from the steering pad.
- Disconnect the 2 airbag connectors and remove the steering pad.CAUTION: When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
- Remove the steering pad.