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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the clockspring onto the steering column.
- With the flats of the clockspring aligned to the flats of the steering column, slide the clockspring onto the steering column.
- Engage the upper and side retaining tabs.
- Attach the key-in-ignition warning indicator switch to the lock cylinder housing.
- Engage the lower clockspring retaining clip.
- Install the clockspring electrical connectors.
- Install the bolt.
- Connect the electrical connector. Install the pin-type retainer and electrical connector to the bracket.
- Connect the electrical connector. Install the pin-type retainer and electrical connector to the bracket.
- Attach the clockspring wire harness to the wiring retainer.
- Reposition the upper steering column shroud.
- Position the lower steering column shroud and install the 3 screws.
- Install the tilt wheel handle and shank.
- Position the steering column opening finish panel reinforcement and install the 4 bolts.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Align the lower steering column opening finish panel and push in, seating the retaining clips. Then install the 2 screws.
- Position the hood release handle. Install the 2 screws.
- Install the ignition lock cylinder. For additional information, refer to HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS article.
- Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN article.
- Install the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Driver Air Bag Module in this article.
- Repower the system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion of this section.
NOTE:
Slight turning of the clockspring rotor is allowable for alignment purposes to the steering column.
NOTE:
Make sure the wheels are in the straight-ahead position.