| Removal and Installation 1 3530 Upper steering column shroud 2 W504041 Lower steering column shroud screws 3 — Clockspring electrical connectors (part of 14401) 4 — Tilt column locking lever (if equipped) 5 3K512 Lower steering column shroud Removal WARNING:Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices. NOTE:The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a SRS fault. NOTE:The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer. NOTE:Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again. | | -
Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position. | | | -
If equipped with tilt steering, position the steering column completely downward and lock in place. | | | -
Push in where indicated, releasing the retaining tabs, and remove the upper steering column shroud. | | | -
Release the tilt column locking lever, allowing the steering column to move upward. Do not lock the tilt column locking lever back in place. | | | -
Remove the 3 screws and position the lower steering column shroud aside. | | | -
If installing the same clockspring, apply 2 strips of masking tape across the clockspring to prevent accidental rotation when the clockspring is removed. | | | -
Remove the 3 clockspring screws. | | | -
NOTE:If the clockspring is to be reinstalled, do not allow the clockspring to turn from its removal position. Partially remove the clockspring, then disconnect the 2 electrical connectors and remove the clockspring. | Installation Vehicles needing clockspring recentering | | -
WARNING:Incorrect centralization may result in premature component failure. If in doubt when centralizing the clockspring, repeat the centralizing procedure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury. CAUTION:Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position. If the vehicle's clockspring has rotated out of center, follow these steps to center the clockspring. - Hold the clockspring outer housing stationary.
CAUTION:Overturning will destroy the clockspring. The internal ribbon wire acts as the stop and can be broken from its internal connection. - While turning the rotor clockwise, carefully feel for the ribbon wire to run out of length and for a slight resistance. Stop turning at this point.
- Turn the clockspring counterclockwise until the yellow indicator shows anywhere in the window (window will be near the 1 o'clock position) and the arrow on the rotor lines up with the arrow on the top of the housing. The clockspring is now centered.
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Connect the 2 clockspring electrical connectors to the clockspring. | | | -
NOTE:Slight turning of the clockspring rotor is allowable for alignment purposes to the steering column. NOTE:The clockspring is shown from the back for clarity. Align the clockspring for installation. - Align the large slot to the large tab in the clockspring.
- Align the small slot to the small tab in the clockspring.
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Install the 3 clockspring screws. | | | -
For vehicles reusing a clockspring that was removed, remove the tape. For vehicles installing a new clockspring, remove the retaining pin. | | | -
Install the lower steering column shroud and the 3 screws. | | | -
Position the steering column completely downward and lock in place. | | | -
Install the upper steering column shroud and engage the retaining tabs. | |
