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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Installation

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  1. Install the clockspring and the 2 screws.
  2. Connect the clockspring electrical connector.
  3. Install the lower steering column shroud and the 3 screws.
  4. Attach the upper steering column shroud to the lower steering column shroud.

    5. Vehicles installing a new clockspring 

  5. Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
    • After the steering wheel installation, remove the clockspring sealing key.
      Fig 1: Locating Clockspring Sealing Key
      G04684027Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    6. Vehicle repairs reusing the same clockspring 

    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.
  6. If the vehicle's 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 for a slight resistance. Stop turning at this point.
    3. Turn the clockspring clockwise (approximately 2.25 turns) until the clockspring rotor wiring and connector are in the 12 o'clock position. Clockspring is now centered.
      • Do not allow the rotor to turn from this position.
        Fig 2: Identifying Turning Position Of Rotor
        G04684028Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. CAUTION: If the vehicle is left unattended by the technician between centralizing the clockspring and installing the steering wheel, the centralizing procedure must be repeated.
  7. Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .

    8. All vehicles 

  8. Install the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE .
  9. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
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