SRS/Supplemental Restraint System — Steering Wheel Pad and Spiral Cable Inspection Items, page 10

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.

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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.

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Horn Button Contact Plate

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