Hyundai Genesis DH Quiz
Restraints

Driver Airbag Module (DAB) and Clock Spring Repair Procedures

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General Information — 9Engine Mechanical System — 103Engine Electrical System — 54Emission Control System — 23Engine Control System/Fuel System — 127Automatic Transmission System (SBC) — 90All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System — 20Drive Shaft and Axle — 27Suspension System — 41Steering — 19Restraints — 56Brake System — 56Body (Interior and Exterior) — 211Body Electrical System — 279Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 55
23steps
~138min
5/5difficulty
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Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least three minutes before starting work.
  2. Insert a flat-blade tool (4 mm) into the guide hole located at the bottom of the steering wheel and press the spring.
  3. Turn the steering wheel counterclockwise to align the guide hole (A) shown on the right. Insert the tool into hole (B) and unhook the DAB retaining spring. Be sure to pull the DAB cover when unhooking the spring.
    Pull the DAB cover when releasing the DAB spring, because the DAB does not rise automatically.
  4. Turn the steering wheel clockwise. Insert the tool into hole (B) and unhook the DAB retaining spring. Be sure to remove the DAB cover when
  5. Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to Steering System - "Steering Column and Shaft")
  6. Loosen the steering column shroud screws and remove the shroud.
  7. Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector, then remove the clock spring.

Inspection

Driver Airbag (DAB): If any unsuitable parts are found during the following inspection, replace the airbag module with a new one.
  1. Inspect the pad cover for dents, cracks, or deformation.
  2. Inspect the airbag module for dents, cracks, or deformation.
  3. Inspect the hooks and connectors for damage, terminals for deformation, and the harness for pinching.
  4. Inspect the airbag inflator housing for dents, cracks, or deformation.
  5. If any unsuitable parts are found during inspection, replace the clock spring with a new one.
  6. Inspect the connectors and protective tube for damage, and terminals for deformation.
Clock Spring

Installation

  1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
  2. Turn the ignition off.
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery and wait at least three minutes before starting work.
  4. Connect the clock spring harness connector and the horn harness connector to the clock spring.
  5. Center the clock spring.
    1. Turn the clock spring clockwise until it stops.
    2. From the stopped position, turn the clock spring counterclockwise 2 turns.
    3. Align the marks (??).
  6. Install the steering column shroud and the steering wheel. (Refer to Steering System - "Steering Column and Shaft")
  7. Connect the driver airbag (DAB) module connector and horn connector, then install the driver airbag (DAB) module to the steering wheel.
  8. Install the airbag module.
  9. Reconnect the battery negative (-) cable.
  10. After replacing the airbag module, make sure the airbag and horn systems operate correctly.
    If the ignition is on, the airbag warning lamp illuminates for about 6 seconds, then must go off.

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