On-vehicle Inspection

CAUTION:

Be sure to follow the correct removal and installation procedures of the steering pad.

1. INSPECT STEERING PAD (Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check (See page ).

(b) Visually check for defects with the steering pad installed on the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

• Cuts on the surface or in the grooves
• Small cracks on the surface or in the grooves
• Significant discoloration on the surface or in the grooves

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the steering pad with a new one.

2. INSPECT STEERING PAD (Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag has not Deployed)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check (See page ).

(b) Visually check for defects with the steering pad removed from the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

• Cuts on the surface or in the grooves
• Small cracks on the surface or in the grooves
• Significant discoloration on the surface or in the grooves
• Cracks or other damage to the connector
• Deformation of the steering wheel assembly
• Deformation of the horn button sub-assembly of the steering pad
• Interference or uneven clearance between the steering pad and steering wheel assembly when the new steering pad is installed on the steering wheel assembly

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the steering pad or steering wheel assembly with a new one.