Steering Wheel: Removal
- Correct handling and precautions for operationWARNING: As this maintenance procedure may have an effect on the SRS airbag system, be sure to check the SRS airbag system precautions before commencing work. (Refer to PRECAUTIONS )
- Confirm that the front tires are in the straight-ahead position.
- Disconnection of the battery ground terminalWARNING: As the airbag and pretensioner system is equipped with a backup power supply, if you start work within 60 seconds of disconnecting the battery ground terminal, the airbag may accidentally deploy.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the moldings, completely wind down both the driver's and passenger's door windows.
- Removal of the driver's airbag module (Refer to DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG MODULE )
- Removal of the steering wheel ASSY
- Removal of the transmission shift switch (with paddle shifter) (Refer to TRANSMISSION SHIFT SWITCH )
- Removal of the cruise control main switch. (Refer to CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH )
- Removal of steering pad switch (Refer to STEERING PAD SWITCH )