Steering Satellite Switch: Removal

CAUTION: Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module. Refer to CAUTION .

Position the front wheels straight ahead. (After moving a vehicle 5 m (16 ft) or more with front wheels positioned straight ahead, make sure that the vehicle moves straight ahead.)
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work.
Remove the driver's airbag module assembly.
1. Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (3 locations).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Steering Wheel TORX® Bolts
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2. Disconnect the airbag connector and remove the airbag module assembly. Refer to AIRBAG CONNECTOR .
3. Disconnect the horn harness.
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Horn Harness
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Remove the steering wheel.
CAUTION:
- Always use the steering wheel puller for removal to avoid deforming the steering wheel.
- If the steering wheel has been removed, make sure that the roll connector is not turned from the original position.
1. Disconnect the connector and remove the nut.
2. Put alignment marks and remove the steering wheel.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Steering Wheel Connector And Nut
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Remove the satellite switch.
1. Remove the screw, disconnect the connector and remove the paddle shift switch. (Model with paddle shift)
  
  Fig 4: Locating Paddle Shift Switch And Screw
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2. Disconnect the claws and then remove the lower cover.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Lower Cover And Claws
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3. Remove the screws and then remove the satellite switch assembly.
  
  Fig 6: Locating Satellite Switch Assembly And Screws
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