Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE in this service information.
- Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to steering wheel Removal and Installation in STEERING COLUMN article.
- Release the upper steering column shroud by pressing inward on the sides, lift upwards and remove.
- Remove the 3 screws and lower steering column shroud.
- Remove the steering wheel rotation sensor.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 screws and sensor.
- Remove the clockspring.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Remove the 2 screws.
- Remove the clockspring.
NOTE:
Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position. Damage to the clockspring may occur.