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Repair procedures: Installation

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  1. Set the front tires straight-ahead.
  2. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  3. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and wait for at least three minutes before beginning the work.
  4. Assemble the neutral state clock spring.
    NOTE:
    • New clock spring is supplied with neutral pin (A) inserted.
    • Remove the neutral pin (A) after assembling the clock spring on to the steering wheel.
    Fig 1: Identifying Clock Spring Mark
    G00553296Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  5. If the neutral pin is removed or when re-assembling the clock spring after removal, set the clock spring back to neutral by following below steps.
    1. Turn the clock spring clockwise until it stops.
      NOTE: Do not turn the clock spring counter-clockwise all the way to the end when it is not assembled.
      Fig 2: Turning Clock Spring Clockwise Until It Stops
      G00553297Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    2. When it comes to a stop, turn it counter-clockwise and align the neutral mark (><).
      NOTE: Be sure to check the neutral position setting rotation count since it varies per channel.
      Fig 3: Turning It Counter-Clockwise & Align Neutral Mark (><)
      G00553298Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  6. Install the steering wheel column shroud and the steering wheel.

    (Refer to "STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT ")

  7. Connect the Driver Airbag (DAB) module connector and horn connector, and then install the Driver Airbag (DAB) module on the steering wheel.
  8. Connect the battery negative cable.
  9. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation:
    1. Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.
    2. Make sure horn button works.
      WARNING: If the actuator is dropped after removing the safety pin, the actuator may activate and cause injury. Do NOT drop the actuator after removing the safety pin.