Steering Pad: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSTALL STEERING PAD
1. Support the steering pad with one hand as shown in the illustration.
2. Connect the 2 connectors to the steering pad.
  NOTE: When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
3. Connect the horn connector.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Horn Connector
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
4. Confirm that the circumference groove of the "Torx" screw fits in the screw case, and place the steering pad onto the steering wheel assembly.
5. Using a "Torx" socket wrench (T30), tighten the 2 "Torx" screws.
  Torque: 8.8 N*m (90 kgf*cm, 78 in.*lbf)
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL NO.3 COVER LOWER
INSTALL STEERING WHEEL NO.2 COVER LOWER
CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Pad
Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
INSPECT STEERING PAD
1. 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, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering pad top surface or in the grooved portion.
2. Make sure that the horn sounds.
  HINT:
  
  If the horn does not sound, inspect the horn system.
  
  Fig 3: Inspecting Steering Pad
  Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
PERFORM INITIALIZATION
INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT