1. INSPECT STEERING PAD (VEHICLE NOT INVOLVED IN COLLISION)

2. INSPECT STEERING PAD (VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION AND AIRBAG HAS NOT DEPLOYED)

CAUTION: Be sure to follow the correct removal and installation procedures.
Steering pad
RemovalData list / active test
1. DATA LIST
HINT:
Reading the DATA LIST displayed on an intelligent tester
enables values, including those of the switches, sensors,
and actuators, to be checked without removing any
parts. Reading the DATA LIST as the first step in
troubleshooting is one method to shorten diagnostic
time.
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Installation
HINT:
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
1. INSTALL SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR LH
Check that the ignition switch is off.
Check that the battery negative (-) terminal is
disconnected.
CAUTION:
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Removal
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEELS
2. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER NO.1
3. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
(a) Remove the drain plug, gasket and drain ATF.
(b) Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
Torque: 49 N*m (500 kgf*cm, 36 ft.*lbf)
4. REMOVE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY LH
HINT:
(See page DS-6)
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