Sportage 2WD V6-2.7L (2009)
Air Bag: Removal and Replacement
Components and Components Location
COMPONENTS
Repair Procedures
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
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Turn the front wheel to the straight-ahead position when removing/installing the Driver Airbag or Clockspring.
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Prior to installing the clock spring, set the clockspring on "NEUTRAL" position Refer to "clockspring" section), and after turning the front wheels
to the straight-ahead position, install the clock spring to the column switch. If the mating mark of the clock spring is not properly aligned, the
steering wheel may not completely rotate during a turn, or the flat cable within the clock spring may be broken obstructing normal operation of the
SRS and possibly leading to serious injury to the vehicle's driver.
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Never attempt to disassemble or repair the air bag module or clock spring. If faulty, replace it.
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Do not drop the air bag module or clock spring or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace if a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected.
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The air bag module should be stored on a flat surface and placed so that the pad surface is facing upward. Do not place anything on top of it.
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Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures over 85°C(185°F).
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After deployment of an air bag, replace the clock spring with a new one.
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Wear gloves and safety glasses when handing an air bag that has been deployed.
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An undeployed air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures mentioned in the restraints section.
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When you disconnect the air bag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force.
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The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes before beginning work.
2. After removing the cover(A), then loosen the two airbag module mounting bolts(B).
