Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3 (2002)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair
Clockspring
Removal
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment, the air bag control module backup power supply must be depleted. Wait at least one minute after
disconnecting the battery ground cable(s) before commencing any repair or adjustment to the supplemental restraint system (SRS), or any
component(s) adjacent to the SRS sensors. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: To minimize the possibility of premature deployment, do not use radio key code savers when working on the supplemental restraint
system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors of air bag modules or any other supplemental restraint system component. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Make sure the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
CAUTION: A new clockspring is supplied pre-centralized and sealed with a red sealing key. If a new clockspring is installed break-off the red sealing
key. If an existing clockspring is being installed, carry out the centralizing procedure.
1. Remove the steering wheel.
2. Detach the instrument panel lower panel from the instrument panel.
1. Remove the retaining screws.
2. Release the clip.
3. Detach the steering column upper shroud from the steering column lower shroud.
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Using a thin bladed screwdriver, release the two clips (one each side).
