WARNING:
Handling the driver-side air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module..
1. Switch the ignition OFF (LOCK).
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more
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3. Remove the driver-side air bag module..
4. Remove the steering wheel..
5. Affix protective tape to the gaps between the steering wheel and cover as shown in the figure.

6. Remove the screws.
7. Using a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver, press the cover tabs in the direction of the arrows shown in the figure to detach the cover tabs from the steering wheel.

8. Insert the fastener remover into the clearance between the steering wheel and cover as shown in the figure.

9. Move the fastener remover in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and detach cover tab from the steering wheel.
10. Remove the cover while detaching the pins from the steering wheel.

11. While pressing the clip tabs in the direction of the arrows (1) shown in the figure, press the clip in the direction of the arrow (2) to detach the clip tabs from the steering wheel.

12. Detach the clip.
13. While pressing the tabs of the steering switch in the direction of the arrows (1) shown in the figure, press the steering switch in the direction of the arrow (2) to detach the tabs of the steering switch from the steering wheel.

14. Insert a fastener remover into the position shown in the figure.

15. Move the fastener remover straight in the direction shown in the figure and remove the tabs of the steering switch from the steering wheel.
CAUTION:
When removing the pins of the steering switch, pull them out straight. If the fastener remover is moved at an angle, the pins could be damaged.
NOTE:
Because the pins of the steering switch are installed to the hard plastic area of the steering wheel, the engagement is strong.

16. Remove the steering switch while detaching the pin and tabs of the steering wheel.

17. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Switch Inspection
Linkage, PowerTransfer Oil Inspection [Fw6 Ax EL]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level plug with the washer.
3. Checking by hand, verify that the oil is near the brim of the plug hole.
If the oil level is low, add the specified amount and type of oil through
the oil level plug hole.
Transfer oil
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Powertrain System [C66 M R]
Purpose, Function
The powertrain mechanism changes the gear combination by engaging or releasing
the clutch hub and gear, and changes the power transmission route. Because of
the change in the power transmission route, the drive force (speed, torque,
rotation direction) input from th ...
Steering Gear And Linkage Assembly
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper
plate or clean cloth.
1. Assemble in the order shown in the figure.
1
Steering gear
2
Mounting rubber
(See Mounting Rubber Assembly Not ...