CLOCKSPRING Centering
CAUTION:
Following clockspring centering procedure must be performed if in doubt as to whether clockspring is centered properly. If clockspring is not centered properly, air bag electrical circuit could be disrupted.
NOTE:
If clockspring centering is performed with steering wheel already removed, go to step 4
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- Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Place front wheels in straight-ahead position. Lock steering column by turning steering wheel 180 degrees clockwise from straight-ahead position. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Remove key.
- Remove air bag module and steering wheel. See STEERING WHEEL & AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Depress plastic lock pin to disengage clockspring locking mechanism.
- With locking mechanism disengaged, rotate clockspring rotor clockwise to end of travel. DO NOT apply excessive torque.
- From end of clockwise travel, slowly rotate clockspring counterclockwise until Yellow appears in clockspring centering window. See Figure . Arrow on clockspring will be pointing at drive pin on clockspring rotor when clockspring is centered.