Wrangler L6-4.0L VIN S (2000)
NOTE: Before starting this procedure, be certain that the front wheels are still in the straight-ahead position.
1. If the removed clockspring is being reused, remove the wire from the index hole that is locking the clockspring rotor to the clockspring case to
maintain clockspring centering.
2. Be certain that the turn signal switch control stalk is in the neutral position, then carefully slide the centered clockspring down over the steering
column upper shaft until the clockspring latches engage the steering column upper housing.
3. If a new clockspring has been installed, remove the locking pin that is securing the clockspring rotor to the clockspring case and maintaining
clockspring centering.
4. Reconnect the two instrument panel wire harness connectors to the lower clockspring connector receptacles. Be certain that the connector latches
are fully engaged.
5. Position both the upper and lower shrouds onto the steering column.
6. Install and tighten the three screws that secure the lower steering column shroud to the upper shroud. Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (18 in. lbs.).
7. Install the steering column opening cover onto the instrument panel.
8. Install the steering wheel onto the steering column upper shaft. Be certain to index the flats on the hub of the steering wheel with the formations on
the inside of the clockspring rotor. Pull the upper clockspring wire harnesses through the lower hole in the steering wheel armature.
9. Install and tighten the steering wheel mounting nut. Tighten the nut to 61 Nm (45 ft. lbs.). Be certain not to pinch the wire harnesses between the
steering wheel and the nut.
10. If the vehicle is so equipped, reconnect the upper clockspring wire harness connector to the steering wheel wire harness for the vehicle speed
control switches.
11. Install the driver side airbag module onto the steering wheel.