Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Installation
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- If installing NEW clockspring, remove locking mechanism pull ring. If installing existing clockspring, remove tape applied during removal procedure. If clockspring rotor has moved or if unsure of clockspring rotor position, center clockspring. See CLOCKSPRING CENTERING under ADJUSTMENTS. Maintain clockspring centered position.NOTE: Slight turning of clockspring is allowable during installation to properly align clockspring to steering column.
- With flats of clockspring aligned to flats of steering column slide clockspring onto steering column shaft. Engage clockspring retaining clips. Route clockspring wire harness down side of steering column and into retainers. Remove air bag simulator from lower clockspring harness connector. Connect clockspring electrical connectors and reinstall onto retaining bracket.
- Install key-in ignition warning indicator switch. Install PATS transmitter and retaining screw. Install upper steering column shroud. Install ignition switch lock cylinder. Install lower steering column shroud and retaining screws. Install upper instrument panel steering column cover. Install tilt wheel handle and shank. Install steering wheel. Connect Air Bag Simulator (418-F088/105-R0012) to clockspring side of clockspring-to-air bag connector at top of steering column.
- Connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all deployable devices, perform system operation check. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK . Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy. Remove air bag simulator from clockspring connector. Install driver-side air bag module. Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.