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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford RV Cutaway, 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator 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 supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: A repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.
  1. Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Driver Air Bag Module .
  2. Pull to release the retaining clips and remove the steering column opening lower finish panel.
  3. On the steering column opening lower finish panel reinforcement, detach the pin-type retainer and remove the electrical connector.
  4. On the steering column opening lower finish panel reinforcement, remove the 2 screws and the data link connector (DLC).
  5. Remove the 6 bolts and the steering column opening lower finish panel reinforcement.
  6. Disconnect the clockspring electrical connectors at the base of the steering column and detach the connectors from the bracket.
    7. NOTE: Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
  7. Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN article.
  8. If equipped, loosen the tilt wheel shank handle and remove.
  9. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
    1. Position the lock cylinder to RUN.
    2. Using a suitable tool, push upward on the cylinder release tab through the hole in the lower shroud while pulling the cylinder outward.
    10. Fig 1: Removing Ignition Switch Lock Cylinder
    GF0011557Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the 3 screws and the lower steering column shroud.
  11. Remove the upper steering column shroud.
    12. NOTE: Do not allow the clockspring to turn from its removal position if the clockspring is being reused.
  12. If reusing the clockspring, tape the clockspring center rotor to the outer housing to keep it from rotating.
    13. Fig 2: Taping Clockspring Center Rotor To Outer Housing
    GF0011558Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. If equipped, remove the key-in-ignition warning indicator switch.
    14. Fig 3: Key-In-Ignition Warning Indicator Switch
    GF0011559Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Release the 3 clockspring retaining clips.
    15. Fig 4: Clockspring Retaining Clips
    GF0011560Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Detach the 2 clockspring retaining clips holding the wire to the steering column.
  16. Route the clockspring wiring through the instrument panel and remove the clockspring.
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