Last Modified: 11-20-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000012SPU
Model Year Start: 2018 Model: Camry Prod Date Range: [03/2017 -           ]
Title: SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: STEERING PAD: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION; 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

CAUTION:

Be sure to correctly follow the removal and installation procedures for the horn button assembly.

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle not Involved in Collision)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

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(b) Visually check for defects with the horn button assembly installed to the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Cuts on the surface or in the grooves
  • Small cracks on the surface or in the grooves
  • Significant discoloration on the surface or in the grooves

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the horn button assembly with a new one.

2. INSPECT HORN BUTTON ASSEMBLY (for Vehicle Involved in Collision and Airbag not Deployed)

(a) Perform a diagnostic system check.

Click here 2018 - 2024 MY Camry [03/2017 -        ]; SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: AIRBAG SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR

(b) Visually check for defects with the horn button assembly removed from the vehicle.

HINT:

The defects are as follows:

  • Cuts on the surface or in the grooves
  • Small cracks on the surface or in the grooves
  • Significant discoloration on the surface or in the grooves
  • Cracks or other damage to the connector
  • Deformation of the steering wheel assembly
  • Deformation of the installation surface of the horn button assembly
  • Interference or uneven clearance between the horn button assembly and steering wheel assembly when a new horn button assembly is installed to the steering wheel assembly

OK:

No defects are found.

If any defects are found, replace the horn button assembly or steering wheel assembly with a new one.