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Repair Procedures: Removal

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  1. Set the front tires facing straight ahead before removing the steering wheel.
    CAUTION: If any of the steering wheel or the front tires are not set straight ahead together, it may affect the number of circulation of steering wheel and may damage the cable inside the clock spring.
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
    NOTE: After disconnecting the battery negative cable, wait for at least 30 seconds.
  3. Release the connector locking pin, and 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.
  4. Remove the steering wheel.

    (Refer to the appropriate Service Information.STEERING COLUMN SHROUD PANEL , STEERING GEAR RACK, LINKAGE AND BOOTS - "Steering Column and Shaft")

  5. Loosen the screws and then remove the steering wheel column shroud (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Steering Wheel Column Shroud
    G11933737Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector (A) and then remove the clock spring.
    Fig 2: Locating Clock Spring And Horn Connector
    G11933738Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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