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Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair

CLOCK SPRING REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Remove the DAB.
3. Remove the steering wheel.
4. Remove the steering column shroud.(Refer to ST-steering column and shaft)




5. Remove clock spring connector(A), then remove clock spring(B).
6. Verify front wheels are pointed straight ahead.
7. Turn clockspring clockwise until it stops. (softly, do not force)
Turn it counter clockwise 3 turns until front wheel is pointed forward.
8. Install on to steering column.
9. Installation is the reverse of removal.

NOTE: After installing the clock spring, confirm proper system operation; Turn the ignition switch ON: the SRS indicator light should turn on for about 6 seconds and then go off.