Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair

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Clockspring

Removal
1. Remove the steering wheel.

NOTE:
- Repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
- Make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.







2. Remove the steering column lower shroud.
1. Remove the steering column lower shroud retaining screws.
2. Remove the ignition lock cylinder grommet.
3. Remove the steering column lower shroud.







3. Remove the steering column upper shroud.







4. Disconnect the multifunction switch electrical connectors.
1. Remove the multifunction switch spring.
2. Disconnect the multifunction switch electrical connectors.







5. Remove the multifunction switches.







6. Remove the air bag sliding contact.
- Release the retaining tangs.

Installation
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

NOTE:
- A repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
- The air bag sliding contact has a service lock that prevents rotation of the air bag sliding contact when the steering wheel is removed.
- Make sure the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
- Make sure to tighten the retaining bolts to the correct specification.