Clock Spring: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Hyundai Kona. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
- If the airbag is deployed due to an accident, the clock spring cannot be repaired or reused because there is a possibility of damage to the clock spring due to heat and impact caused by the explosion of the airbag module inflator (gas generating device). Be sure to replace with a new one.
NOTE:
- When removing using a remover, be careful not to damage the parts.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Disconnect the battery (-) terminal.WARNING:
- After disconnect the battery (-) terminal, wait at least 3 minutes.
- Remove the steering wheel.
(Refer to Steering System - "STEERING WHEEL ")
- Remove the steering column shroud upper panel.
(Refer to Body (Interior/Exterior/Electrical) - "STEERING COLUMN SHROUD PANEL ")
- Remove the steering column shroud lower panel.
(Refer to Body (Interior/Exterior/Electrical) - "STEERING COLUMN SHROUD PANEL ")
- Disconnect the clock spring & multifunction switch assembly connector (A).
- Remove the clock spring & multifunction switch assembly, after loosening the clamp mounting bolt (A).
Tightening torque:
12.0 N.m (1.2 kgf.m, 8.9 lb-ft)