Symptoms
The most common sign of a failed Hyundai clock spring is the airbag light stays on.
- Airbag / SRS light on
- Horn doesn't work
- Steering wheel buttons don't work
- Rubbing noise when turning the steering wheel
When the clock spring fails, you may notice only one of these symptoms; before replacing the clock spring, call a Hyundai dealer near you and check if there is an open recall for your car. If an open recall exists, the dealership may fix your Hyundai clock spring free of charge.
What you will need
Procedure
- Locate the battery in the engine bay and disconnect the negative cable. To remove the cable from the battery post, you will need to loosen the 10 mm bolt.
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Wait at least 10 minutes before you start work on the airbag system.
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Remove the airbag by using a screwdriver to press on the three locking pins that hold the Hyundai Elantra airbag in place.
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Next, you will need to remove the 21 mm nut that holds the steering wheel in place. It is easier to remove this nut using a breaker bar.
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Once you remove the steering wheel, you will be able to access the clock spring. Before removing the clock spring, the plastic trim is needed to remove, which is held in place with three screws.
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Install new clock spring in reverse order. Ensure all electrical connectors are secure. Tighten the steering column nut to 50 Nm using a torque wrench.
Airbag Clockspring Replacement Cost
Replacing a Hyundai clock spring at the dealership can cost anywhere from $650 to $1300. If you decide to return the clock spring yourself, you will spend about $100 on a new clock spring.
How do I know I need to replace the clock spring on a Hyundai?
The airbag light may come on, or the horn will stop working.
Can you replace a Hyundai clock spring yourself?
Yes. You can replace the clock spring on a Hyundai yourself with only a few essential tools.
Do I need to program the clock spring?
In most Hyundai vehicles, you don't need to program once the clock spring is replaced. The most you may need to do is start the car and turn the steering wheel full right to left a couple of times. Then drive for a few minutes, and the calibration should be completed automatically.
Photos from Hyundai Airbag Clock Spring Replacement
Applications model years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. Replacing the clock spring on a Hyundai Elantra is easy and requires about 2 hours.
Notes
Safety Tips
Airbag Removal Tips & Warnings
- Always disconnect the battery terminals, press the horn twice then wait at least 10 minutes before working on airbags.
- Don't Probe The Airbag With Your Multi-Meter
- Always handle airbags with care. Do not drop an airbag.
- Many airbags are designed to destroy the protective covers they’re concealed in, such as plastic A-pillar or B-pillar trim, seat bolsters, passenger dashboard covers, pillar or B-pillar trim, seat bolsters, passenger dashboard covers, pillar trim, seat bolsters, passenger dashboard covers, etc.
- Airbags deploy with significant force and can not only damage peripheral and supporting parts, but the damage may not be apparent. This can include electronics, collapsible steering columns, ignition and brake interlocks, instruments, glass and more.
- Airbag sensors, which trigger the deployment, are often single-use designs, using a sliding, inertia-driven ball and a membrane. Once activated, these sensors will need replacement too to operate in case of another accident.
- Accidents that are serious enough to activate the airbags will often trigger the active restraints. That means that the seat belts will also need to be inspected and possibly replaced. Many vehicle restraints use a small explosive charge to tighten the belt by a few inches in an accident. Once that retractor is activated, it must be replaced.
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