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Steering Wheel: Assembly

CAUTION: Securely install the switch and the cover steering wheel LWR. Improper insertion of the pins or claws of the switch and the cover steering wheel LWR may cause improper installation.
  1. Install the satellite switch.
  2. Install the steering heater Control Module. (Model with steering heater)
  3. Install the paddle shift switch assembly.
  4. Install the adapter cord. (Model with steering heater)
  5. Install the steering heater switch. (Model with steering heater)
  6. Install the cover steering wheel LWR.
    1. Attach the heater element bisymmetrically with new double-sided tape by referring to the figure below. (Model with steering heater)
      CAUTION:
      • Attach the heater element to the cover steering wheel LWR so that it is not twisted or does not interfere with switches.
      • Using a spatula or the like, attach the heater element without damaging it.
      • Be careful not to allow the heater element to be caught in steering frame, unit and the cover steering wheel LWR.
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      (a) Heater element and double-sided tape
      (b) Cover steering wheel LWR

      Preparation items: 

      Double-sided tape: NITTO DENKO No. 512 or equivalent

    2. Install the cover steering wheel LWR, and connect the connector.
    3. Install the screws on the back side of the steering wheel.
  7. Install the cover spoke.