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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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.
  1. Depower the system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  2. Make sure the road wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
  3. Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING COLUMN article.
  4. If equipped with tilt steering, position the steering column completely downward and lock in place.
  5. Push in where indicated, releasing the retaining tabs, and remove the upper steering column shroud.
    6. Fig 1: Upper Steering Column Shroud Tabs
    GF0023992Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Release the tilt column locking lever, allowing the steering column to move upward. Do not lock the tilt column locking lever back in place.
  7. Remove the 3 screws and position the lower steering column shroud aside.
  8. If installing the same clockspring, apply 2 strips of masking tape across the clockspring to prevent accidental rotation when the clockspring is removed.
    9. Fig 2: Taping Clockspring
    GF0023993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the 3 clockspring screws.
    10. NOTE: If the clockspring is to be reinstalled, do not allow the clockspring to turn from its removal position.
  10. Partially remove the clockspring, then disconnect the 2 electrical connectors and remove the clockspring.
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