Steering Pad: Removal: Removal

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PRECAUTION
WARNING:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing, refer to PRECAUTION .
DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
WARNING:
Wait for at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.

NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected, refer to INITIALIZATION .
REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER
1. Disengage the claw and remove the lower No. 3 steering wheel cover.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Lower No 3 Steering Wheel Cover Claw
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REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER
1. Disengage the claw and remove the lower No. 2 steering wheel cover.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Lower No. 2 Steering Wheel Cover And Claw
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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 3: Locating Steering Pad 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.
  
  Fig 4: Supporting Steering Pad
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  NOTE:
  When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.
3. Disconnect the horn connector from the steering pad.
  
  Fig 5: Disconnecting Airbag Connectors
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4. Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped with protective tape, disconnect the 2 airbag connectors and remove the steering pad.
  NOTE:
  When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.