Clock Spring Adjustment [Two-Step Deployment Control System]

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Set the front wheels straight ahead.
CAUTION:
- The clock spring will break if over-wound. Do not forcibly turn the clock spring.
Turn the clock spring clockwise until it stops.

Fig 1: Turning Clock Spring Clockwise
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Turn the clock spring counterclockwise approx. 2 turns .

Fig 2: Turning Clock Spring Counterclockwise
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Align the mark on the clock spring with the mark on the outer housing.

Fig 3: Aligning Mark On Clock Spring With Mark On Outer Housing
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NOTE:
- After adjusting the alignment marks, the guides can be verified in the viewing slots shown in the figure.
Fig 4: Identifying Viewing Slots
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