CLOCKSPRING Centering
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Set front wheels in straight-ahead position. Rotate clockspring clockwise until it stops (DO NOT force). Rotate clockspring counterclockwise 2 3/4 turns. Arrows on clockspring and outer housing should align. See Fig 1. Install steering wheel.