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Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: If installing a new clockspring, do not remove the clockspring anti-rotation key until the steering wheel is installed. If the anti-rotation key has been removed before installing the steering wheel, the clockspring must be centered. Failure to follow this instruction may result in component damage and/or system failure.
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. NOTE: This step is only necessary if adjustment or centralizing is required.

    Adjust the clockspring. Refer to: Clockspring Adjustment .

  3. NOTE: Remove the anti-rotation key from a new clockspring after installing the steering wheel.

    Install the steering wheel. Refer to: Steering Wheel .

    GFD185916Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. If the SRS was depowered, repower the SRS. REFER to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .