Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
. Disable SRS. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM
.CAUTION: When removing steering wheel, DO NOT use a knock-off type steering wheel puller, or strike steering wheel or shaft with a hammer. A sudden impact could damage bearing or collapse steering column.
- Ensure vehicle front wheels are in straight-ahead position and steering column shaft alignment mark is at 12 o'clock position. Remove steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL . Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .
- Remove instrument panel moldings and trim panels as necessary to access lower steering column shroud. Remove steering column lower shroud.
- Disconnect clockspring contact assembly wiring harness. Disengage three built-in clips on backside, while lifting off clockspring. See Fig 1 .