Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 5 (2003)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Description and Operation
The clockspring is designed to carry signals between the air bag control module and the driver air bag module. The clockspring is fitted to the steering
column and consists of fixed and moving parts connected by a coiled Mylar tape with integral conducting tracks. The Mylar tape is able to 'wind up' and
'unwind' as the steering wheel (to which the moving part is attached) is turned, maintaining electrical contact at all times between the air bag control
module and the driver air bag module.
A new clockspring must be installed following a driver air bag deployment.
