Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition is ON.
NOTE:
The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE .
- Remove the steering column opening cover.
- Pull outward on the steering column opening cover to release the retaining clips.
- Detach the pin-type retainer and remove the electrical connector on the steering column opening lower finish panel reinforcement.
- Remove the 2 Data Link Connector (DLC) screws and position aside.
- Disconnect the clockspring electrical connectors and detach them from the bracket at the base of the steering column.
- Place the road wheels in the straight-ahead position and remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN .
- If equipped, loosen the tilt lever/handle and remove.
- Remove the ignition lock cylinder.
- Turn the lock cylinder to the RUN position.
- Using a suitable tool, push upward on the lock cylinder release tab through the hole in the lower shroud while pulling outward.
- Remove the 3 screws and lower steering column shroud.
- Remove the upper steering column shroud.
- If reusing the clockspring, tape the rotor to the outer housing to prevent it from rotating.
- If equipped, remove the key-in-ignition warning indicator switch.
- Release the 3 clockspring retaining clips.
- Detach the 2 clockspring retaining clips holding the wire to the steering column.
- Route the wiring through the instrument panel and remove the clockspring.
NOTE:
Do not allow the clockspring to turn if it will be reused.