Horn Switch: Service and Repair

Steering Wheel Horn Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Servicing the SIR System Warning (Servicing the SIR System Warning).

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Service and Repair).




3. Remove the horn plunger from the steering column by pressing inward to the stop and by rotating the plunger 90 degrees.




4. Disconnect the screws (1, 4) from the steering wheel (3).
5. Remove the horn switch (2) from the steering wheel (3).

Installation Procedure




1. Install the horn switch (2) to the steering wheel (3).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Connect the screws (1, 4) that secure the contact plate to the steering wheel (3).

Tighten the screws to 5.5 Nm (49 lb in).




3. Install the horn plunger to the steering column.
4. Install the inflator module. Refer to Steering Wheel Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement (Service and Repair).
5. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).