Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1
   Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery and wait at least 30 seconds.
2. 2
   Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
3. 3
   Remove the driver airbag module (DAB).

   

   Insert the tip of a flat-tip tool along the guide hole. (A 5 mm hex key is recommended.) With the tool inserted, apply light pressure. The airbag module can be removed easily.

4. 4
   Disconnect the airbag module connector (A) and the horn connector (B).

   

   Store the removed airbag module in a clean, dry place with the pad cover facing up.

5. 5
   Disconnect the connector (A), then remove the steering wheel by loosening the lock bolt (A).

   

   Do not reuse the steering lock bolt. When assembling, align the gear teeth as shown in the illustration below.

6. 6
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Replacement

1. 1
   Loosen the screw and remove the lower cover.

   

2. 2
   Disconnect the remote control switch connector.

   

   

3. 3
   Separate the remote control switch by loosening the screw.

   

4. 4
   Disconnect the connector, then remove the wiring.

   

5. 5
   To reinstall, perform the removal procedure in reverse order.