Clock Spring
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.
The clock spring (coil spring) consists of two current carrying coils. It is attached between the steering column and the steering wheel. It allows rotation of the steering wheel while maintaining continuous contact of the deployment loop through the inflator module.
The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering column with the clock spring at the neutral position, otherwise cable disconnection and other troubles may result.