Repair Procedures: Removal

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

Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Module Mounting Bolt
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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
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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.
Remove the steering wheel and steering wheel column cover. (Refer to the STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT .)

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Wheel Column Cover Bolts
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Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector, then remove the clock spring.

Fig 4: Identifying Clock Spring
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