Inspection

BASIC INSPECTION
Clean the disassembled parts with a cloth, and check for wear, damage, or any other faults. If necessary, repair or replace faulty parts.

AIRBAG MODEL INSPECTION

WARNING: For airbag module inspection procedures, refer to Air Bag Systems.





1) Check steering wheel insert for cracks or deformities.





2) Check steering wheel free play in axial and radial directions:

Specifications:
Axial free play A
Less than ±6 mm (0.24 in)
Radial free play L
Less than ±7 mm (0.28 in)

3) Check to ensure that new airbag module is properly installed in steering wheel.
4) After installing airbag module, check to ensure that it is free of interference with steering wheel and that clearance between the two is equal at all points.





5) Check to ensure that clearance between capsule (at steering column) and cutout portion of column bracket on steering column upper side is within specifications.

Clearance between capsule and cutout portion of column bracket: L
Less than 0.5 mm (0.020 in)

6) If clearance is outside specifications, replace faulty parts with new ones.