Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure vehicle front wheels are in straight-ahead position, and steering column shaft alignment mark is at 12 o'clock position. Align clockspring (contact assembly) to steering column intermediate shaft coupling and install firmly by pushing down to engine built in clips.
- Route clockspring wiring down column assembly and connect harness connector. If installing new clockspring, remove locking mechanism pull ring. Install upper and lower steering column shroud and lower instrument panel steering column cover.
- Install steering wheel and driver-side air bag module. Activate SRS. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Ensure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .