Steering Pad Switch Circuit [12/2024 - ]: Procedure

2025 Toyota 4Runner SR5, RWDSECTION Procedure
  1. CONFIRM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS 
    1. Check the problem symptoms.

      Result

      Result Proceed to
      All switches cannot be operated A
      Driving assist switch, +RES switch, - switch, CANCEL switch cannot be operated B
      Only driving assist switch cannot be operated C
      Only +RES switch cannot be operated
      Only - switch cannot be operated
      Only CANCEL switch cannot be operated
      Only driving assist mode select switch cannot be operated
      Only vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch cannot be operated
      Only LTA switch cannot be operated
      Driving assist mode select switch, vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch, and LTA switch cannot be operated D

    Result: 

    See step  5

    Result: 

    REPLACE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    See step  8

    Result: 

    See step  2

  2. INSPECT STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to INSPECTION [12/2024 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPLACE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  3

  3. INSPECT SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to INSPECTION [12/2024 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPLACE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  4

  4. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY - ECM) 
    1. Disconnect the A3 ECM connector.
    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      K48-2 (ECC) - A3-94 (ECCS) Always Below 1 Ω
      K48-2 (ECC) or A3-94 (ECCS) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    Result: 

    OK 

    PROCEED TO NEXT SUSPECTED AREA SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE 

    Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

  5. INSPECT STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to INSPECTION [12/2024 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPLACE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  6

  6. INSPECT SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to INSPECTION [12/2024 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPLACE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  7

  7. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY - ECM) 
    1. Disconnect the A3 ECM connector.
    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      K48-13 (CCS) - A3-93 (CCS) Always Below 1 Ω
      K48-13 (CCS) or A3-93 (CCS) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    Result: 

    OK 

    REPLACE ECM 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

  8. INSPECT STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to INSPECTION [12/2024 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPLACE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  9

  9. INSPECT SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to INSPECTION [12/2024 - ]

    Result

    Proceed to
    OK
    NG

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPLACE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    OK 

    See step  10

  10. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY - FORWARD RECOGNITION CAMERA) 
    1. Disconnect the X2 forward recognition camera connector.
    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      K48-6 (DIST) - X2-5 (LKSW) Always Below 1 Ω
      K48-6 (DIST) or X2-5 (LKSW) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

      Result

      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    Result: 

    OK 

    REPLACE FORWARD RECOGNITION CAMERA 

    Refer to REMOVAL [12/2024 - ]

    Result: 

    NG 

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.