Removing
Attention: on models with an additional passive safety system (SRS) before removing the airbag, read the safety precautions given in the appropriate section of the chapter "Additional passive safety system (SRS)".
- Remove the driver's side instrument panel lower trim before starting to remove parts (see chapter "Body").
− Removal of parts is carried out in the order of numbers indicated in the figure "Steering wheel". When removing parts, pay attention to the following operations:
Steering wheel (models from 05.2000). 1 - lower steering wheel pad, 2 - steering wheel.
Steering wheel (models from 05.2002). 1 - lower steering wheel pad, 2 - steering wheel assembly, 3 - steering wheel/driver air bag pad, 4 - steering wheel.
1. Removing the steering wheel.
Using a suitable tool, remove the lower steering wheel cover.
2. Removing the driver's airbag module.
A) Disconnect the connector "A" spiral wire.
b) (Models from 05.2002 with steering wheel up/down switch) Disconnect the steering wheel up/down switch connector.
V) Loosen the steering wheel screws.
Note:
- - When installing, use new KOKEN 8mm screws (3010M-160, 4010M-160).
- - Do not dismantle the air bag module, replace it as an assembly if it is defective.
Installation
− Installation of parts is carried out in the reverse order of removal.
− After installing the parts, install the lower instrument panel trim on the driver's side (see chapter "Body").