Removal

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: REMOVAL

CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Service Precautions.

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Service Precautions.

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

3. REMOVE STEERING PAD

CAUTION:
When storing the steering pad, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.

(a) Check that the ignition switch is off.

(b) Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

(c) Using a screwdriver, push open the spring clips and disengage the pins.





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NOTICE:
Lightly hold the horn button assembly to prevent it from falling.

(d) Pull the steering pad toward you.

(e) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, release the 2 locking buttons.





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(f) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disconnect the 2 connectors.

(g) Disconnect the horn terminal.