RS–10 SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM – STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE INSPECTION ITEMS 1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION (a) Do a diagnostic system check. (See page RS–44) (b) Do a visual check which includes the following items with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) installed in the vehicle. • Check for cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration of the steering wheel pad top surface and grooved portion. R06968 2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IF THE AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED (a) Do a diagnostic system check. (See page RS–44) (b) Do a visual check which includes the following items with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) removed from the vehicle. • Check for cuts and cracks in, or marked discoloration of the steering wheel pad top surface and its grooved portion. • Check for cuts and cracks in wire harnesses, and for chipping in connectors. • Check for deformation of the horn button contact plate of the steering wheel. HINT: • If the horn button contact plate of the steering wheel is deformed, never repair it. Always replace the steering wheel assembly with a new one. • There should be no interference between the steering wheel pad and the steering wheel, and the clearance should be uniform all the way around when the new steering wheel pad is installed on the steering wheel. CAUTION: For removal and installation of the steering wheel pad, see page RS–12, "STEERING WHEEL PAD AND SPIRAL CABLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" and be sure to follow the correct procedure. R06972 Horn Button Contact Plate R05736 R06988 Z08960