Corolla LE Sedan L4-1.8L (1ZZ-FE) (1999)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Testing and Inspection
Steering Wheel Pad (With Airbag)
1. VEHICLES NOT INVOLVED IN 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.
Check cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering wheel pad top surface and in the grooved portion.
2. VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A COLLISION AND 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 cuts, minute cracks or marked discoloration on the steering wheel pad top surface and in the grooved portion.
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Check cuts and cracks in wire harnesses, and chipping in connectors.
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Check the deformation of the horn button contact plate of the steering wheel.
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Check cuts and cracks on the steering wheel
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 steering wheel, and the clearance should be uniform all the way
around when the new steering wheel pad is installed on the steering wheel.