Air Bag Module (Driver Side)

AIRBAG MODULE (DRIVER SIDE) AND CLOCK SPRING

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and keep it secured away from the battery.

WARNING: Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work to prevent inadvertent deployment of the airbags.




2. When disconnecting the clock spring connector from the airbag module, pull the locking device on the connector outward and spread it open.




3. When disconnecting the connector of the clock spring from the airbag module, pull the airbag's lock toward the outer side to spread it open.

CAUTION:
- When disconnecting the airbag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force to it
- The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.




4. Remove the steering wheel.

WARNING: Do not hammer on the steering wheel. Doing so may damage the collapsible column mechanism, thus reducing the protection to the driver in a frontal crash.