Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Installation

If installing NEW clockspring, remove locking mechanism pull ring. If installing existing clockspring, remove tape applied during removal procedure. If clockspring rotor has moved or if unsure of clockspring rotor position, center clockspring. See CLOCKSPRING CENTERING under ADJUSTMENTS. Maintain clockspring centered position.
NOTE: Slight turning of clockspring is allowable during installation to properly align clockspring to steering column.
To install, reverse removal procedure. DO NOT connect steering wheel-to-clockspring connector at this time. Remove air bag simulator from clockspring harness connector and reconnect connectors. Through steering wheel access panel, install Air Bag Simulator (418-F403) to clockspring side of clockspring connector.
Connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all deployable devices, verify system. See VERIFY SYSTEM under DIAGNOSTICS. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy. Remove air bag simulator from clockspring connector and reconnect connectors. Close steering wheel access panel.
Connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all remaining deployable devices, verify system. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Ensure air bag system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .