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Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery and then wait for at least 30 seconds.
  2. Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are facing straight ahead.
  3. Remove the airbag module.

    (Refer to "DRIVER AIRBAG (DAB) MODULE AND CLOCK SPRING ")

  4. Remove the lock bolt (A) and the steering wheel.

    Tightening torque  : 44.1 ~ 49.0 N.m (4.5 ~ 5.0 kgf.m, 32.5 ~ 36.2 lb-ft)

    CAUTION:
    • Do not hammer on the steering wheel to remove it; it may damage the steering column.
    • Bolt must be replaced with new one.
    Fig 1: Locating Lock Bolt Of Steering Wheel
    G12172331Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.