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Clockspring Adjustment

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

Adhesive Tape

Adjustment 

NOTE: If there is a break between installing the clockspring and steering wheel rotation sensor assembly and installing the steering wheel, the centralizing of the clockspring must be repeated.
NOTE: If the centralization of the clockspring is in doubt, the centralizing of the clockspring must be repeated.

  1. 1.

    1. 1.

      Turn the clockspring rotor in a counterclockwise direction until a resistance is felt.

    1. 2.

      Turn the clockspring rotor in a clockwise direction, until the arrow marked on the clockspring rotor aligns with the raised 'V' section on the clockspring body.

    1. 3.

      Turn the clockspring rotor in a clockwise direction three turns.
GFD147314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 2.

    NOTE: Make sure that the clockspring rotor does not rotate.

    Use the General Equipment: Adhesive Tape

GFD147315Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY