4 Runner 2WD L4-2693cc 2.7L DOHC MFI (1997)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Testing and Inspection
INSPECTION ITEMS
1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
Vehicles Not Involved In A Collision
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) installed in the vehicle.
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Check for cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration of the steering wheel pad top surface and grooved portion.
2. VEHICLES INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IF THE AIRBAG IS NOT DEPLOYED
Vehicles Involved In A Collision If The Airbag Is Not Deployed
a. Do a diagnostic system check.
b. Do a visual check which includes the following items with the steering wheel pad (with airbag) removed from the vehicle.
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Check for cuts and cracks in, or marked discoloration of, the steering wheel pad top surface and its grooved portion.
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Check for cuts and cracks in wire harnesses, and for chipping in connectors.
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Check for deformation of the horn button contact plate of the steering wheel.
Vehicles Involved In A Collision If The Airbag Is Not Deployed
HINT:
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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.
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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.
