Cruise Control Switch: Removal

2004 Toyota Celica GT, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position and ignition switch is off. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable.
  2. Remove both screw covers. Loosen steering wheel pad Torx screws until groove along screw circumference catches on screw case. See Fig 1.
  3. Pull steering wheel pad away from steering wheel and disconnect air bag connector. Remove steering wheel pad assembly. Place steering wheel pad assembly on a flat surface with pad cover facing upward. If assembly is stored face down, accidental air bag deployment could propel assembly and cause serious bodily injury.
  4. Disconnect electrical harness connector. Remove steering wheel nut. Place match marks on steering wheel and mainshaft for installation reference. Using steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel. Remove cruise control switch screws and cruise control switch from steering wheel.
Fig 1: Removing Steering Wheel Pad
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