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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Installation

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    Vehicles receiving a new clockspring 

    NOTE: A new clockspring is supplied in a centralized position and held there with a key.
  1. Remove the key from the clockspring, holding the rotor in its centralized position
    • Do not allow the clockspring rotor to turn.

    2. Vehicles needing clockspring recentering 

    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: If a clockspring has rotated out of center, follow through with this step.
    Fig 1: Turning Clockspring Clockwise
    G03959681Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Centralize 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 three turns. This is the center point of the clockspring.
    • Do not allow the rotor to turn from this position.

    3. Vehicle repairs reusing the same clockspring 

    NOTE: When the tape is removed, do not allow the clockspring to turn.
  3. Remove the tape applied during clockspring removal

    4. All vehicles 

  4. Install the clockspring onto the steering column.
    1. Align the clockspring onto the steering column.
    2. Engage the clockspring retaining clips to the steering column.
    Fig 2: Installing Clockspring Onto Steering Column
    G03959682Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Route the clockspring wire harness into the wire holders along the steering column.
  6. Position the upper steering column shroud to the steering column.
    Fig 3: Positioning Upper Steering Column Shroud To Steering Column
    G03959676Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install and tighten the four steering column nuts (two shown).
    Fig 4: Tightening Steering Column Nuts
    G03959684Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the clockspring electrical connector pin-type retainers into the wire connector bracket, then connect the electrical connectors.
    Fig 5: Connecting Clockspring Electrical Connector
    G03959685Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    9. Vehicles with column shift 

  9. Install the shift indicator tube.
    1. Reposition the shift indicator tube and install the screw.
    2. Attach the shift indicator cable.
    Fig 6: Installing Shift Indicator Tube
    G03954737Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    10. All vehicles 

  10. Install the key-in-ignition warning indicator switch.
    Fig 7: Installing Key-In-Ignition Warning Indicator Switch
    G03959678Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the passive anti-theft system (PATS) transmitter.
    1. Position the PATS transmitter to the steering column.
    2. Install the PATS transmitter retaining screw.
    Fig 8: Installing Passive Anti-Theft System Transmitter
    G03913606Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the lower steering column shroud.
    1. Align the lower steering column shroud to the steering column and the upper steering column shroud.
    2. Install the retaining screws.
    Fig 9: Installing Lower Steering Column Shroud
    G03913608Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the ignition switch lock cylinder.
    • Align and install the ignition switch lock cylinder to the steering column.
    • Position the ignition switch lock cylinder to the OFF position.
    Fig 10: Installing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
    G03913610Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the tilt wheel handle and shank.
    Fig 11: Installing Tilt Wheel Handle And Shank
    G03959671Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the lower steering column opening cover with reinforcement.
    1. Position the lower steering column opening cover with reinforcement to the instrument panel and push in at the top, seating the retaining clips.
    2. Install the bolts.
    Fig 12: Installing Lower Steering Column Opening Cover With Reinforcement
    G03954736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
  17. Connect the driver air bag module.
      CAUTION: The clockspring electrical connectors are unique and cannot be reversed when connected to the driver air bag module. Match the electrical connector key to the keyway in the driver air bag module. Do not force the electrical connectors into the driver air bag module.
    1. Connect the driver air bag module electrical connectors as noted during removal.
    2. Position the driver air bag module to the steering wheel.
    Fig 13: Installing Driver Air Bag Module To Steering Wheel
    G03959591Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the two driver air bag module bolts (one shown).
    Fig 14: Installing Driver Air Bag Module Bolts - With Torque Specification
    G03959592Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Install the two steering wheel back cover plugs (one shown).
    Fig 15: Installing Steering Wheel Back Cover Plugs
    G03959565Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Repower the system. For additional information, Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
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