Repair procedures: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Hyundai Veloster. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels can face straight ahead.
Remove the driver airbag module mounting bolts (2EA).

Fig 1: Identifying Driver Airbag Module Mounting Bolts (2EA)
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Remove the wiring fixing clip (C), and then release the connector locking pin to disconnect the driver airbag module connector (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Driver Airbag Module Connector And Wiring Fixing Clip
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CAUTION: The removed airbag module should be stored in aclean, dry place with the pad cover facing up.
Remove the steering wheel and steering wheel column shroud. (Refer to the "STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT ")

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Wheel And Steering Wheel Column Shroud
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Disconnect the clock spring connector, then remove the clock spring.

Fig 4: Identifying Clock Spring
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