Horn Switch: Service and Repair

Steering Wheel Horn Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to SIR Warning (SIR Warning).
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the inflator 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 rotating horn plunger 90 degrees.




4. Remove the horn contact plate retaining screws from the steering wheel.
5. Remove the horn plunger from the steering wheel.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the horn plunger to the steering wheel.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the horn contact plate retaining screws to the steering wheel and tighten 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).