Air Bag Module (Drive Side) And Clock Spring: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable and keep it secure from battery.
CAUTION: Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Negative Battery Cable
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Remove the side protecting cover of the steering wheel and airbag module mounting bolts using a hexagonal wrench.

Fig 2: Removing Side Protecting Cover Of Steering Wheel And Airbag Module Mounting Bolts
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When disconnecting the connector of the clock spring from the airbag module, pull the airbag's lock outward to spread it open.
CAUTION: When disconnecting the airbag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force to it.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Connector Of Clock Spring From Airbag Module
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Remove the airbag module.
CAUTION: The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
Remove the steering wheel using SST (09561-11002).
CAUTION: Do not hammer on the steering wheel. Doing so may damage the collapsible column mechanism.

Fig 4: Removing Steering Wheel
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