13. Remove the two screws (3) that secure the clock-
spring to the multi-function switch mounting hous-
ing.
14. Remove the clockspring from the multi-function
switch mounting housing. The clockspring cannot
be repaired. It must be replaced if faulty or dam-
aged, or if the driver airbag has been deployed.
15. If the removed clockspring is to be reused, be
certain to secure the clockspring rotor to the
clockspring case to maintain clockspring centering
until it is reinstalled on the steering column. If
clockspring centering is not maintained, the clock-
spring must be centered again before it is rein-
stalled. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/
CLOCKSPRING - STANDARD PROCEDURE -
CLOCKSPRING CENTERING).
INSTALLATION
WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the supplemental
restraint system before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag, occupant classification sys-
tem, seat belt tensioner, impact sensor, or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect
and isolate the battery negative (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge
before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the supplemental
restraint system. Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment.
CAUTION: If the clockspring is not properly centered in relation to the steering wheel, steering shaft and
steering gear, it may be damaged. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE - CLOCKSPRING CENTERING). Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-centered
and with a locking pin installed. This locking pin should not be removed until the clockspring has been
installed on the steering column. If the locking pin is removed before the clockspring is installed on a steer-
ing column, the clockspring centering procedure must be performed.
NOTE: Before starting this procedure, be certain that the front wheels are still in the straight-ahead position.
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