Kia Carnival (2009+). Manual — part 331

Restraint

Airbag Module - Driver Airbag (DAB) Module and
Clock Spring

Restraint

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

DESCRIPTION

Driver Airbag (DAB) is installed in steering wheel and electrically connected to SRSCM via clockspring. It protects the
driver from danger by deploying a bag when frontal crash occurs. The SRSCM determines deployment of Driver Airbag
(DAB).

Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified
tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious
personal injury.

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

COMPONENTS

2009 > G 2.7 DOHC >

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes before beginning work.

2. Remove the airbag module mounting bolts.

3. Disconnect the horn connector(A).

4. Release the connector locking pin(B), then disconnect the driver airbag module connector(C).

The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.

5. Remove the steering wheel and steering wheel column cover(Refer to ST group in the Workshop Manual).

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

INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative (-) cable from battery and wait for at least three minutes.