Steering Satellite Switch: Removal

Position the front wheels straight ahead. (After moving a vehicle 5 m (16 ft) or more with front wheels positioned straight ahead, make sure that the vehicle moves straight ahead.)
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work.
Remove the driver's airbag module assembly.
CAUTION: Before handling the airbag module, refer to CAUTION .
1. Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (3 locations).
  
  Fig 1: Releasing Airbag System Locks Using Hexagon Wrench
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2. Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector and remove the airbag module assembly. Refer to DRIVER' AIRBAG MODULE, CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE, PRETENSIONER & LAP SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER .
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Horn Harness And Airbag Connector
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Remove the steering wheel.
CAUTION:
- Always use the steering wheel puller for removal to avoid deforming the steering wheel.
- If the steering wheel has been removed, make sure that the roll connector is not turned from the original position.
1. Disconnect the connector and remove the nut.
2. Put alignment marks, and remove the steering wheel using a steering wheel puller.
  Preparation tool:
  
  Steering wheel puller
  
  Fig 3: Locating Steering Wheel Connector And Mounting Nut
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Remove the satellite switch.
1. Remove the screw, disconnect the connector and remove the paddle shift switch. (Model with paddle shift)
  
  Fig 4: Locating Paddle Shift Switch Mounting Screws
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2. Remove the steering switch connector and screw. (luminescent meter model)
3. Release the claws and clips, detach the cover - steering wheel LWR.
  
  Fig 5: Locating Steering Switch Connector And Screw
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4. Remove the screws and then remove the satellite switch assembly.
  
  Fig 6: Locating Satellite Switch Assembly Mounting Screws
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