Removal (from 07/2011)

STEERING COLUMN: STEERING WHEEL (for Hatchback): REMOVAL

CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing the steering column Airbag System (for Hatchback with VSC/Built-in Type Yaw Rate Sensor).

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. FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD

3. 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.

4. REMOVE STEERING PAD

Removal (from 07/2011)

5. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the steering wheel assembly set nut.

(b) Put matchmarks on the steering wheel assembly and the steering main shaft.

Text in Illustration

SST : 09950-50013

09951-05010

09952-05010

09953-05020

09954-05021

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NOTICE:
Apply a small amount of grease to the threads and tip of SST (center bolt) before use.

6. REMOVE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY (w/ Steering Pad Switch)

(a) Remove the 2 screws.

(b) Disengage the 4 claws and 4 guides and remove the steering pad switch assembly from the steering wheel assembly.

7. REMOVE CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH (w/ Cruise Control System) Removal (from 07/2011)

8. REMOVE STEERING WHEEL LOWER BOSS COVER

(a) Disengage the 4 claws and remove the steering wheel lower boss cover.