Toyota 4Runner: Removal

Toyota 4Runner Service Manual / Vehicle Interior / Supplemental Restraint Systems / Steering Pad / Removal

REMOVAL

PROCEDURE

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:

Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

NOTICE:

When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (See page ).

2. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Detach the 2 claws and remove the cover.

3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Detach the 2 claws and remove the cover.

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*A	w/o Cruise Control System
*B	w/ Cruise Control System

4. REMOVE STEERING PAD

(a) Using a T30 "TORX" socket wrench, loosen the 2 screws until the groove along the screw circumference catches on the screw case.

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*1	Screw Case

(b) Pull out the steering pad from the steering wheel as shown in the illustration. Then support the steering pad with one hand.

NOTICE:

When removing the steering pad, do not pull the airbag wire harness.

(d) Disconnect the 2 connectors and remove the steering pad.

NOTICE:

When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

On-vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1. CHECK STEERING PAD (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION) (a) Perform a diagnostic system check (See page ). (b) With the steering pad installed on the vehicle, p ...

Disposal

DISPOSAL CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT CAUTION: Before performing pre-disposal deployment of any SRS part, review and closely follow all applicable environmental and hazardous material regulations. Pre ...

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