Restraints System (Service Information): CLOCKSPRING: Installation

Fig 1: Installing Steering Angle Sensor To Clockspring

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1. Install the steering angle sensor to the clockspring using the alignment points on the housings (1). (Refer to BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/STEERING ANGLE SENSOR - INSTALLATION) .
   NOTE: If the clockspring is being reused, be certain to remove anything securing the clockspring rotor to the clockspring case that was used to maintain clockspring centering until reinstallation on the steering column. If clockspring centering was not maintained, the clockspring must be centered again before it is installed. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
   Fig 2: Locating Clockspring

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2. Install the clockspring to the steering column.
3. Install the two screws (1) that secure the clockspring to the steering column housing. Tighten the clockspring screws 1 N.m (9 in. lbs.).
   Fig 3: Removing/Installing Tapered Bolt Using Special Tool

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4. Install the steering wheel to the steering column using the tapered bolt (1). (Refer to STEERING/COLUMN/STEERING WHEEL - INSTALLATION) .
   Fig 4: Removing/Installing Driver Airbag And Screws To Steering Wheel

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5. Install the driver airbag and screws (1) to the steering wheel. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - INSTALLATION) .
6. Do not reconnect the negative battery cable at this time. Perform the Supplemental Restraint System verification test procedure after servicing any Supplemental Restraint System component. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .