With Air Bag
Prior to removing of the multifunction switch assembly in vehicles equipped with air bags, be careful to keep the following items.
CAUTION:
- Never attempt to disassemble or repair the air bag module or clock spring. If faulty, replace it.
- Do not drop the air bag module or clock spring or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace if a dent, crack, deformation or rust are detected.
- The air bag module should be stored on a flat surface and placed so that the pad surface is facing upward. Do not place anything on top of it.
- Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures over 93°C (200°F).
- After deployment of an air bag, replace the clock spring with a new one.
- Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling an air bag that has already been deployed.
- An undeployed air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures mentioned in the Restraints section.
- When you disconnect the air bag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force to it.
- The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place.
- Prior to installing the clock spring, align the mating mark and "NEUTRAL" position indicator of the clock spring, and, after turning the front wheels to the straight-ahead position, install the clock spring to the column switch. If the mating mark of the clock spring is not properly aligned, the steering wheel may not completely rotate during a turn, or the flat cable within the clock spring may be severed, obstructing normal operation of the SRS and possibly leading to serious injury to the vehicle's driver.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal.NOTE: Prior to doing any further work after disconnection of the battery cable, wait at least 30 seconds
- Remove the air bag module mounting bolts (2EA) with an asterix wrench. (Torx(R) socket)
Disconnect the horn connector and the air bag module connector, and remove the air bag module.
- Remove the steering wheel after removing a nut.
- Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds using a phillips screwdriver.
- Remove the multifunction switch assembly mounting screws (3EA) and multifunction switch assembly after removal of the connectors.
- Installation is the reverse of removal.