Step 1 - Remove Steering Wheel Pad

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If the AIRBAG connector is disconnected with the ignition switch at ON or ACC, DTCs will be recorded.

Place the front wheels facing straight ahead.
Remove the 2 steering wheel lower No. 2 covers.

NOTE: Loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.

Fig 1: Identifying Screw Case & Torx Screws

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Using a Torx socket wrench, loosen the 2 Torx screws.

WARNING:

When storing the wheel pad, keep the upper surface of the pad facing upward.
Never disassemble the wheel pad.
When removing the wheel pad, take care not to pull the AIRBAG wire harness.

Fig 2: Locating Air Bag Connector & Identifying Proper Air Bag Storage

Pull out the wheel pad from the steering wheel and disconnect the AIRBAG connector.