Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Center clockspring if necessary. See CLOCKSPRING CENTERING under ADJUSTMENTS. If installing NEW clockspring, remove locking mechanism pull ring. Maintain clockspring centered position. With flats on clockspring aligned with flats on steering column, slide clockspring onto steering column and push down firmly to engage retaining clips.
- Route clockspring wiring down column assembly and position in wiring harness retainers. Remove air bag simulator from vehicle harness side of clockspring connector. Connect 2 clockspring connectors to vehicle harness connectors. Secure connectors to connector bracket.
- Install key-in-ignition warning indicator switch. Install PATS transmitter. Lower upper steering column shroud. Install ignition switch lock cylinder. If reusing existing clockspring, remove tape applied to clockspring during removal procedure. Install lower steering column shroud. Install steering wheel. Tighten steering wheel retaining bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Connect air bag simulator to upper clockspring connector. Connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all deployable SRS devices, perform system operation check. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK . Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy. Remove air bag simulator from upper clockspring connector.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten air bag module bolts to specification. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .