Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Fiat
01 00 Introduction and technical data02 10 Engine03 18 Clutch04 21 Gearbox and differential05 33 Braking system06 41 Steering07 44 Suspension and wheels08 50 Auxiliary units09 55 Electrical system10 70 Bodywork
Fiat Punto (176) Factory Service Manual (1993-1999)09 · 55 Electrical system
09 · Electrical

Removing clock spring (page 3 of 5)

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Air bag
55 Electrical systemRemoving clock spring · page 3 of 5
Diagram showing a screwdriver being used to act on the tab of a connector with a yellow outer casing near the steering column components.
- acting on the tab, disconnect the connector for the cable with the yellow outer casing which connects the clock spring to the Air Bag control unit; - remove the above mentioned cable from the spring (if fitted) located on the upper part of the steering column switch unit;

To extract the connector, always act on the tab and never the electric cable.

Diagram showing a spanner undoing bolts on the clock spring assembly attached to the steering column switch unit.
- undo the 3 bolts fixing the clock spring to the steering column switch unit, using a suitable spanner;
Diagram showing a hand holding the clock spring assembly, indicating the upper ring and locking mechanism.
- to avoid any tampering, the clock spring must be removed without rotating the upper ring and locked in position using a band or adhesive tape.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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