B250 3/4 Ton Van V8-318 5.2L VIN T FI (1992)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair
Centering
Fig. 43 Auto-locking clockspring
CENTERING
NOTE: If rotating part of clockspring is not properly positioned with steering column and front wheels, clockspring may fail during use. The following
procedure must be used if clockspring is not known to be properly positioned.
1. Position front wheels straight ahead.
2. Depress plastic locking pins to disengage locking mechanism.
3. With locking mechanism disengaged, rotate clockspring rotor in clockwise direction to end of travel. Do not apply excessive force.
4. From end of travel, rotate clockspring rotor 2 1/2 turns in counterclockwise direction. The horn wire should be at top and squib wire at bottom.
Visually inspect clockspring for bends or kinks; if indicated, replace clockspring.
