Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Ford Ranger and 1996 Ford Explorer. 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 with column shaft and mounting tabs to holes in steering column. Slide clockspring onto shaft, pushing until 3 tabs lock into place.
- If clockspring was rotated accidentally during removal from vehicle, adjust clockspring. See CLOCKSPRING .
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Activate air bag system. Check AIR BAG warning light to assure system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .