Steering Controller - Remove and Replace: Remove
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- Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See SEAT CUSHION - LOWER - 2ND ROW (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Disconnect 12V power. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
- Remove the driver airbag. See AIRBAG - DRIVER (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Disconnect the steering wheel electrical wiring harness from the connector.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the LH steering wheel switch connector.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the RH steering wheel switch connector.
- Release the clips that attach the horn assembly, and then move the horn assembly to the side.
- Disconnect the electrical harness from the steering wheel controls ECU connector, and then remove the electrical harness from the steering wheel.
- Remove the screws (x4) that attach the bright surround to the steering wheel, and then remove the surround.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- T20 socket
- Remove the screws (x2) that attach the steering wheel controls ECU to the bright surround, and then remove the ECU from the surround.
Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
- T10 Torx bit