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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Installation

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    WARNING: Incorrect centralization may result in premature component failure. If in doubt when centralizing the clockspring, repeat the centralizing procedure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
    CAUTION: Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
    NOTE: A new clockspring is supplied in a centralized position and held there with a key.
    Fig 1: Turning Clockspring Clockwise
    G04000079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. If the clockspring has rotated out of center, follow these steps to center the clockspring.
    1. Hold the clockspring outer housing stationary.
      2. CAUTION: Overturning will destroy the clockspring. The internal ribbon wire acts as the stop and can be broken from its internal connection.
    2. While turning the rotor counterclockwise, carefully feel for the ribbon wire to run out of length and feel for a slight resistance. Stop turning at this point.
    3. Turn the clockspring clockwise approximately 2-1/2 turns. This is the center point of the clockspring.
    • Do not allow the rotor to turn from this position.
  2. Align the multifunction switch to the clockspring and slide the 2 together.
    • Make sure the tabs are interlocked.
    Fig 2: Making Sure The Tabs Are Interlocked
    G03995684Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. NOTE: Slight turning of the clockspring rotor is allowable for alignment purposes to the steering column.
    Fig 3: Locating Clockspring Rotor
    G04000081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. With the flat of the clockspring aligned to the flat of the steering column, slide the clockspring onto the steering column.
  4. Connect the 2 clockspring lower electrical connectors and the multifunction switch electrical connector.
  5. Install the 2 multifunction switch screws.
  6. Install the 2 clockspring screws.
  7. For vehicles receiving a new clockspring, remove the retaining pin.
  8. For vehicles reusing the clockspring that was removed, remove the tape.
  9. Install the instrument panel upper steering column cover.
    Fig 4: Installing Instrument Panel Upper Steering Column Cover
    G04000082Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the instrument panel lower steering column cover and screws.
  11. Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
  12. Install the driver air bag module. For additional information, Refer to DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE  in this article.
  13. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING  in this article.
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