Clockspring. Removal and Installation

Removal

1. 1
   If an SRS fault is present, go to step 2. Otherwise, turn the ignition off, wait at least one minute, and go to step 3.
2. 2
   Disable the SRS.
   Refer to: Disabling and Enabling the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).
3. 3
   Remove the steering wheel.
   REFER TO: Steering Wheel (211-04 Steering Column, Removal and Installation).

   

4. 4
   Remove the steering column shrouds.
   Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
5. 5
   Disconnect the clockspring electrical connectors.

   

6. 6
   Remove the screws and the clockspring.

   

Installation

1. 1

   NOTICE: When installing a new clockspring, do not remove the clockspring rotation locking pin until the steering wheel is installed. If the rotation locking pin was removed before installing the steering wheel, the clockspring must be centered. Failure to follow this instruction may result in component damage and/or system failure.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. 2
   Adjust the clockspring.
   Refer to: Clockspring Adjustment (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).
3. 3
   If the SRS was disabled, enable the SRS.
   Refer to: Disabling and Enabling the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).