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Repair Procedures





Removal

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
2. Remove the airbag module mounting bolts(2EA).




3. Disconnect the horn connector(A).
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4. Release the connector locking pin, then disconnect the driver airbag module connector(B).

CAUTION:
The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.

5. Remove the steering wheel and steering wheel column cover.
6. Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector, then remove the clock spring.






Installation

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from battery and wait for at least three minutes before begining work.




2. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
3. Connect the clock spring harness connector and horn harness connector to the clock spring.
4. Set the clock spring on neutral position and after turning the front wheels to the straight-ahead position, install the clock spring.
5. Install the steering wheel column cover and the steering wheel.
6. Connect the Driver Airbag(DAB) module connector and horn connector, then install the Driver Airbag(DAB) module on the steering wheel.
7. Secure the Driver Airbag(DAB) with the new mounting bolts.

Tightening torque
: 0.8 - 1.1 kgf.m (7.9 - 10.8 Nm, 5.8 - 8.0 lb.ft)


8. Connect the battery negative cable.
9. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation:
A. Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.
B. Make sure horn button works.
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