Spiral Cable: Removal

CAUTION: Be sure to read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing it (see PRECAUTION ).

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION: Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
PLACE FRONT WHEELS FACING STRAIGHT AHEAD
REMOVE NO. 2 STEERING WHEEL COVER LOWER
REMOVE NO. 3 STEERING WHEEL COVER LOWER
REMOVE STEERING PAD ASSEMBLY (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY (See REPAIR )
REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (See REPAIR )
REMOVE SPIRAL CABLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
1. Disconnect the airbag connector.
  NOTE: When handling the airbag connector, do not damage the airbag wire harness.
2. Detach the 3 claws and remove the spiral cable.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Spiral Cable Sub Assembly Claws
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