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Repair Procedures: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
  2. Remove the airbag module mounting bolts (2EA).
    Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Module Mounting Bolts (2EA) Position
    G06847436Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the horn connector (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Horn Connector And Driver Airbag Module Connector
    G06847437Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. 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 facing up.
  5. Remove the steering wheel and steering wheel column cover. (Refer to STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT .)
  6. Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector, then remove the clock spring.
    Fig 3: Identifying Clock Spring And Horn Connector
    G06847438Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.