Removal & Installation: CLOCKSPRING: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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, engaging retaining tabs. Route clockspring wiring harness and secure into 2 wire clips. Remove air bag simulator from lower clockspring connector and reconnect connector. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. DO NOT install driver-side air bag module at this time.
- Install Air Bag Simulator (418-F395) on upper clockspring connector. Reconnect battery(s). With air bag simulators installed at all deployable devices, perform system operation check. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK . Disconnect battery(s). Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.