Clock spring — removal and installation

Removal

WARNING: To prevent the risk of accidental deployment, the air bag control module backup power source must be discharged. After disconnecting the battery ground cable(s), wait at least one minute before attempting any repairs or adjustments to the supplemental restraint system (SRS) or any component(s) located near the SRS sensors. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of premature air bag deployment, do not use radio key code storage devices when working with the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury.

WARNING: Never touch the tester probes to the electrical connectors of the air bag modules or any other component of the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Make sure the front wheels are facing straight ahead.

CAUTION: The new clock spring is supplied centered and provided with a red seal. When installing a new clock spring, break this red seal. When installing an existing clock spring, follow the centering procedure.

1. Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to Section 211-04.

2. Disconnect the lower section of the instrument panel from the instrument panel.

• 1. Remove the screws.
• 2. Release the clamp.

3. Disconnect the upper steering column cover from the lower steering column cover.

• Using a thin screwdriver, release the two clips (one on each side).

4. Disconnect the audio control switch from the lower steering column cover (if equipped).

• Using a thin screwdriver, release the locking tab.

5. Remove the audio control switch (if equipped).

• Disconnect the plug connector.

6. Remove the lower steering column cover.

• 1. Release the steering column lock lever.
• 2. Remove the screws.

7. Disconnect the multifunction switches from the clock spring and place them aside.

• Press the locking elements one by one and slide each switch up.

8. Disconnect the clock spring plug.

• Using a thin screwdriver, release the locking tab.

9.

CAUTION: Mark the position of the spacer sleeve in the center of the clock spring.

Remove the clock spring.

• Disconnect the retaining tabs from the steering column.

Installation

WARNING: Never touch the tester probes to the electrical connectors of the air bag modules or any other component of the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

1. Install the clock spring.

• Make sure the locking tabs are secured in the required position on the steering column.

2.

NOTE: You will hear a click when the locking tabs are properly and completely engaged.

Connect the clock spring plug connector.



3.

NOTE: You will hear a click when the locking tabs are properly and completely engaged.

Connect the multi-function switches to the clock spring.



4. Install the lower steering column cover.

• 1. Install the screws.
• 2. Lock the steering column locking lever.

5.

NOTE: You will hear a click when the locking tabs are properly and completely engaged.

Set the audio control switch (if equipped).

• 1. Connect the audio control switch plug.
• 2. Set the audio control switch.

6. Install the upper steering column cover.



7. Connect the lower section of the instrument panel to the instrument panel.

• 1. Fix the clamp.
• 2. Install the screws.

8.

CAUTION: Do not rotate the new clock spring between breaking the red seal and installing the steering wheel. If the vehicle is left unattended by a mechanic between breaking the red seal and installing the steering wheel, perform the centering procedure.

Break the red seal if necessary.



9.

WARNING: Incorrect centering may result in premature failure of the component. If in doubt while centering the clock spring, repeat the centering procedure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury.

CAUTION: Make sure the front wheels are facing straight ahead.

Center the clock spring.

1. Turn the clock spring counterclockwise until you feel resistance.

2. Turn the clock spring clockwise until the arrow on the clock spring rotor aligns with the raised "V" symbol located at the 12 o"clock position on the outer cover of the clock spring (approximately two and a half turns).



10.

CAUTION: When installing the steering wheel, make sure the spacer sleeve is positioned correctly. Do not install the steering wheel if the spacer sleeve is missing.

Install the spacer sleeve.



11.

CAUTION: If the vehicle is left unattended by a mechanic between the clock spring centering and steering wheel installation procedures, the centering procedure must be repeated.

Install the steering wheel. Refer to Section 211-04 for additional information.