Driver Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable

CAUTION: Before servicing SRS,turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least 10 minutes.





Removal - Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable





1. Remove lower lid from steering wheel,and disconnect air bag module connector.





2. Remove side lid.Using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50),remove left and right special bolts.Air bag module can then be removed.





CAUTION:
- Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
- Do not attempt to disassemble air bag module.
- The special bolts are coated with bonding agent Do not use old bolts after removal;replace with new coated bolts.

- Do not drop or impact air bag module.If any portion is deformed or cracked,replace the module.
- Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
- Do not allow oil,grease or water to come in contact with the air bag module.

3. Set steering wheel in the neutral position.
4. Disconnect horn connector and remove nuts.





5. Using steering wheel puller,remove steering wheel. Be careful not to over-tighten puller bolt on steering wheel.

CAUTION: Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.

6. Remove steering column cover.
7. Disconnect connector and remove the four screws. The spiral cable can then be removed.

CAUTION:
- Do not attempt to disassemble spiral cable.
- Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.

Installation - Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable
1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.





2. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position.The neutral position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right end position. Align the two marks.

CAUTION: The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the cable is installed improperly. Also,with the steering linkage disconnected, the cable may snap by turning the steering wheel more than 2.5 turns to the left or right of the neutral position.

3. Connect spiral cable connector and tighten screws.Install steering column cover.





4. Install steering wheel setting spiral cable pin guides, and pull spiral cable through.
5. Release ignition key lock with battery cables disconnected.Turn steering wheel to the left end and then to the right end fully to make sure that spiral cable is set in the neutral position.
6. Connect horn connector and engage spiral cable with pawls in steering wheel.
7. Tighten nuts.
8. Position air bag module and tighten with new special bolts.
9. Connect air bag module connector.





10. Install ASCD switch and tighten screws.
11. Install all lids.
12. Connect both battery cables.
13. Conduct Self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly. (Use CONSULT or warning lamp check.) If air bag warning lamp blinks (at the user mode), it shows the spiral cable may be snapped due to its improper position. Perform self-diagnosis again (Use CONSULT or warning lamp check). If a malfunction is detected, replace the spiral cable with a new one.