Steering Pad

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. CHECK STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

(b) With the steering pad installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad with a new one:





Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.

2. CHECK STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG HAS NOT DEPLOYED)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

(b) With the steering pad removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad or steering wheel with a new one:





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* Cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.

* Cracks or other damage to the connectors.

* Deformation of the steering pad contact plate.

* Deformation of the steering wheel.

HINT
There should be no interference between the steering pad and steering wheel, and the clearance should be uniform all the way around when a new steering pad is installed on the steering wheel.

CAUTION:
For removal and installation of the steering pad, be sure to follow the correct procedure.