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Repair procedures: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
  2. Remove the airbag module mounting bolts (2EA).
    Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Module Mounting Bolt (2EA)
    G06873326Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the wiring fixing clip (C) and disconnect the horn connector (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Driver Airbag Module Connector With Horn And Wiring Fixing Clip
    G06873327Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  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 facing up.
  5. Remove the steering wheel and steering wheel column cover. (Refer to the STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT .)
    Fig 3: Identifying Steering Wheel Column Cover Bolts
    G06873328Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector, then remove the clock spring.
    Fig 4: Identifying Clock Spring
    G06873329Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.