1.Disconnect the Battery - The very first thing you need to do is disconnect the negative charge from the car battery. Once you have done this, wait about 5-10 minutes for the charge to leave the airbag system so that you don't risk getting electrocuted. If you want to check to make sure that the charge has left the vehicle, you can try to turn on the lights to see if they are still getting power.
2.Lock the Steering Wheel – Straighten the steering wheel and then turn the ignition to the LOCK position. This will ensure that the steering wheel stays in the correct position until you are done.
3.Remove the clock spring – There are a variety of things that will need to be disconnected or removed depending on your vehicle's specific make, model, and year. Consult your owner's manual or contact MyAirbags if you need assistance determining the specific procedure for your specific vehicle. For most vehicles, the steps to remove the clock spring are as follows:
- Remove Steering Wheel Bolt Cover Clips
- Remove SRS Airbag Control Module Bolts
- Remove the SRS Airbag Control Module from the Steering Wheel (make sure you disconnect any electrical connectors)
- Remove the nut that is connecting the steering wheel to the column
- Now you can remove the steering wheel from the steering column
- Once the steering wheel has been removed, you can remove the clock spring
