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Removal & Installation (Cherokee & Wrangler)

  1. Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Lock steering wheel. Disable air bag. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM  . Remove screws securing air bag module to steering wheel. Pull air bag module away from steering wheel to unplug wire harness connections on back of module. Remove air bag module.
  2. Disconnect wire harness connectors from steering wheel. Remove steering wheel. Remove steering column covers and shrouds. Disconnect instrument panel wire connectors. Using window in multifunction switch shield, pry plastic latches on clockspring to release from steering column housing.
    NOTE: If clockspring plastic latches are broken, ensure broken pieces are removed from steering column upper housing.
  3. Remove clockspring. If clockspring is to be reused, maintain centering by inserting a rigid wire through index hole to lock clockspring rotor to clockspring case. See Figure for index hole location.
    4. NOTE: Clockspring cannot be repaired. It must be replaced.
  4. Reverse removal procedures for installation. Ensure clockspring is positioned properly in relation to steering wheel. See CLOCKSPRING CENTERING  under ADJUSTMENTS. DO NOT connect negative battery cable at this time. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM  .
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