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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Removal

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WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system SRS fault.
NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.
  1. Depower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
  2. Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
  3. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE .
  4. Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, REFER to STEERING COLUMN .
  5. Remove the screw and lower steering column shroud.
  6. Remove the 2 upper steering column shroud screws and upper steering column shroud.
  7. If installing the same clockspring, apply 2 strips of masking tape across the clockspring to prevent accidental rotation when the clockspring is removed.
  8. Remove the multi-function switch screw.
  9. Remove the screw and the multi-function switch.

    While releasing the retaining tab at the top of the multi-function switch, slide the multi-function switch up and out of the way.

  10. Disconnect the clockspring electrical connectors.
  11. Release the 3 clips and remove the clockspring.
    Fig 1: Releasing Clips And Removing Clockspring
    G03966733Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Inspect the clockspring mounting bracket for damage and install a new mounting bracket as necessary.
    • To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
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