Air Bag Module And Clock Spring: Removal

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Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
Remove the airbag module mounting bolts (2EA).

Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Module Mounting Bolts
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Disconnect the horn connector (A).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Horn Connector And Driver Airbag Module Connector
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Release the connector locking pin, then disconnect the driver airbag module connector (B).
CAUTION: The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
Remove the steering wheel with SST (SST No. 09561-11001) after unfastening the mounting nut.

Fig 3: Removing Steering Wheel With SST
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Remove the steering wheel column cover after unscrewing 3 screws.

Fig 4: Locating Steering Wheel Column Cover Screws
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Unscrew the clock spring tightening screws (4EA).

Fig 5: Locating Clock Spring Screws
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Disconnect the clock spring wiring harness and the horn wiring harness connector from the clock spring.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Clock Spring Wiring Harness
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