Last Modified: 11-29-2007 1.6 A
Service Category: Vehicle Interior Section: Supplemental Restraint Systems
Model Year: 2008 Model: Sequoia Doc ID: RM000002Y1Q002X
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: REMOVAL (2008 Sequoia)

REMOVAL

CAUTION:

Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM: PRECAUTION (2008 Sequoia) .

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 INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: INITIALIZATION (2008 Sequoia) .

2. REMOVE LOWER NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the steering wheel cover.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

3. REMOVE LOWER NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER

(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the No. 2 steering wheel cover.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

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.

(b) Pull the steering pad toward you.

(c) Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, release the locking button.

(d) Using a thin-bladed screwdriver, disconnect the 2 connectors.

(e) Detach the horn terminal.