POWER-ASSISTED STEERING SYSTEM 3B-47
13. Disconnect the SRS air bag connector (1) and horn
lead connector (2) located behind the air bag
assembly and remove the air bag assembly (with
SRS air bag).
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14. Remove the horn pad and the horn leads at the
center of the wheel (without SRS air bag).
NOTE: It should be removed first from the bottom
spokes.
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15. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel
and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their
original position.
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16. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead position,
then use steering wheel remover 5-8521-0016-0 (2)
to remove the steering wheel.
CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel in
the direction of the shaft by using a hammer or
other impact tools in an attempt to remove the
steering wheel. The steering shaft is designed as an
energy absorbing unit.
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WARNING: THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE COVER AWAY
FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD ALWAYS BE
LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE COVER SIDE
UP. THIS IS NECESSARY BECAUSE A FREE SPACE
IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW THE AIR CUSHION TO
EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF
ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT. OTHERWISE,
PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT (with SRS air
bag).