Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Clockspring is located on steering column between steering wheel and combination switch. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
- Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Remove driver-side air bag module and steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL . Twist tilt wheel handle and remove, if equipped. Remove 3 screws and lower steering column shroud. Position ignition switch in RUN position. Using suitable tool, push upward on cylinder release tab while pulling ignition switch lock cylinder outward. Remove lock cylinder. Remove upper steering column shroud.
- Apply 2 strips of masking tape across clockspring to prevent accidental rotation of clockspring rotor. See Figure . Remove key-in ignition warning indicator switch. Disconnect clockspring connector and separate air bag electrical connector from bracket. Pry 3 clockspring retaining clips loose. Separate wire from 2 retaining clips and remove clockspring.