Last Modified: 11-29-2007 1.6 G
Service Category: Vehicle Interior Section: Supplemental Restraint Systems
Model Year: 2008 Model: Sequoia Doc ID: RM000002Y1R002X
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION (2008 Sequoia)

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

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

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR (2008 Sequoia) .

(b) With the steering pad installed on the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad with a new one:

Cuts, small cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.

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

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR (2008 Sequoia) .

(b) With the steering pad removed from the vehicle, perform a visual check. If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the steering pad or steering wheel assembly with a new one:

  • Cuts, small cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.
  • Cracks or other damage to the connectors.
  • Deformation of the steering pad contact plate of the steering pad.
  • Deformation of the steering wheel.
  • There should be no interference between the steering pad and steering wheel assembly, and the clearance should be uniform all the way around when the new steering pad is installed on the steering wheel assembly.

    CAUTION:

    For removal and installation procedures of the steering pad, be sure to follow the correct procedure.