Except Models Beginning With Serial # 343314

CAUTION:
- Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
- Always work from the side of an air bag module.




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




2. Remove side lids. Using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50), remove left and right special bolts.




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 ones.
- Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module connector.




- 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 spiral cable connector from steering wheel sub- harness and remove nut.
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 covers, instrument panel lower LH and knee protector.
7. Disconnect spiral cable connector from air bag harness.




8. Remove the four spiral cable retaining screws. Remove the spiral cable.

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

INSTALLATION




1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Align the turn signal cancel tab with the notch of the combination switch as shown.




3. Rotate the spiral cable fully clockwise until tight.
4. Rotate the spiral cable counterclockwise as specified below and align white pin with arrow on housing.




Specified turns for spiral cable:
- When the spiral cable is centered, white pin is aligned with arrow on housing and yellow wheel shows in window.

CAUTION:
- The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the spiral cable is installed in an improper position.
- Also, with the steering linkage disconnected, the cable may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the specified number of turns. Always perform SRS Self-diagnosis after installing the air bag module.

5. Connect spiral cable to air bag harness and tighten screws. Install steering column covers.




6. Install steering wheel, setting spiral cable pin guide, and pull spiral cable connectors through.
7. Tighten steering wheel nut.

29 - 39 N.m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)

8. Connect spiral cable connector to steering wheel sub-harness.




9. Position driver air bag module and install two new special bolts using TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50).
10. Connect driver air bag module connector.
11. Install all lids.
12. Connect both battery cables.
13. Conduct self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly. (Use CONSULT or "AIR BAG" warning lamp check.) Turn the steering wheel fully to the right and left to check that the spiral cable is set in the neutral position.
14. If "AIR BAG" warning lamp blinks (in User mode), it shows the spiral cable may be snapped due to its improper position. Perform Self-diagnosis again. (Use CONSULT or "AIR BAG" warning lamp check.) If a malfunction is detected, replace the spiral cable with a new one.

NOTE: After replacement, perform Self-diagnosis for SRS. Refer to "SRS Operation Check", "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - Restraint System".