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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. Putting in a flat tool (5mm) into the guide hole (A) and then release the DAB fixed pin.
    G00590822Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    CAUTION:
    • After inserting the tool (A), press the DAB fixed pin (B) in the direction of the arrow as image below.
      G00590823Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  3. Release the connector locking pin, then disconnect the driver airbag module connector (A) and horn connector (B).
    G14712068Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
    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 Steering System - "STEERING WHEEL ")

  5. Using a screwdriver or remover, separate the steering column shroud upper panel (A) from the steering column shroud lower panel.
    G12602528Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  6. Remove the steering column shroud lower panel (A) after loosening the screws.
    G12602529Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  7. Remove the clock spring (A) after disconnecting the clock spring connectors (B).
    G12602530Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
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