Driver Airbag Module (DAB) and Clock Spring Repair Procedures

Removal

1. 1
   Before removing the steering wheel, set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. 2
   Disconnect the battery negative cable.
3. 3
   Remove the driver airbag module from the steering wheel by pressing the lock stopper.

   

4. 4
   Remove the wire clip (C) and disconnect the horn connector (A).

   

5. 5
   Release the connector lock pin, then disconnect the driver airbag module connector (B).
6. 6
   Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to Steering System - "Steering Wheel")
7. 7
   Remove the steering column shroud.

   

8. 8
   Disconnect the clock spring and horn connector, then remove the clock spring.

   

Inspection

Driver Airbag (DAB)

If any inappropriate parts are found during the following inspection, replace the airbag module with a new one.

1. 1
   Inspect the pad cover for dents, cracks, or deformation.
2. 2
   Inspect the airbag module for dents, cracks, or deformation.
3. 3
   Check the hooks and connectors for damage, the terminals for deformation, and the harness for bends.
4. 4
   Inspect the airbag inflator housing for dents, cracks, or deformation.

   

5. 5
   Install the airbag module on the steering wheel to check its fit or alignment with the wheel.
6. 6
   If at least one abnormal point is found during the following inspection, replace the clock spring with a new one.
7. 7
   Inspect the connectors and protective tube for damage, and terminals for deformation.

   

Clock Spring

Installation

For steering wheel without heated steering wheel wire

1. 1
   Before installing the steering wheel, set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. 2
   Disconnect the battery negative cable.
3. 3
   Center the clock spring before installing it on the steering wheel.
4. 4
   If the centering pin has already been removed, center the clock spring using the following procedure.

   1. Turn the clock spring clockwise until it stops.

      

   2. Turn it counterclockwise 2 turns.

      

   3. Check the orange indicator on the clock spring.

      

5. 5
   Connect the clock spring harness connector and the horn harness connector to the clock spring.
6. 6
   Install the steering column shroud and steering wheel. (Refer to Steering System - Steering Column and Shaft)
7. 7
   Connect the driver airbag (DAB) module connector, then install the driver airbag (DAB) module onto the steering wheel.
8. 8
   Connect the negative battery cable.
9. 9
   After installing the airbag, make sure the system operates correctly.

   • Turn the ignition ON; the SRS indicator should illuminate for about six seconds and then go off.
   • Make sure the horn operates.
10. 10
    Before installing the steering wheel, set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
11. 11
    Disconnect the battery negative cable.
12. 12
    Center the clock spring before installing it on the steering wheel.
13. 13
    If the centering pin has already been removed, center the clock spring using the following procedure.

    1. Turn the clock spring clockwise until it stops.

       

    2. Turn it counterclockwise 2 turns.

       

    3. Be sure to align the mark on the array (▶◀).

       

14. 14
    Connect the clock spring harness connector and the horn harness connector to the clock spring.
15. 15
    Install the steering column shroud and steering wheel. (Refer to Steering System - Steering Column and Shaft)
16. 16
    Connect the driver airbag (DAB) module connector, then install the driver airbag (DAB) module onto the steering wheel.
17. 17
    Connect the negative battery cable.
18. 18
    After installing the airbag, make sure the system operates correctly.

    • Turn the ignition ON; the SRS indicator should illuminate for about six seconds and then go off.
    • Make sure the horn operates.

For steering wheel with heated steering wheel wire