Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair
Air Bag Module and Clock SpringREMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION
Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal.
Caution: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work. Service Precautions
AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
1. Remove the air bag module mounting nut using a socket wrench from the back side.
2. When disconnecting the connector of the clock spring from the air bag module, press the air bag's lock toward the outer side to spread it open. Use a screwdriver, as shown in the figure to the right, to pry so as to remove the connector gently.
Cautions
1. When disconnecting the air bag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force to it.
2. The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL
Remove the steering wheel by using a special tool.
Caution: Do not hammer on the steering wheel. Doing so may damage the collapsible column mechanism.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. When installing the new air bag module and clock spring.
Testing and Inspection
Caution: Dispose of an air bag module only according to the specified procedure. Air Bag Module Disposal Procedures
2. Connect the scan tool to the data link connector.
Caution: Make certain that the ignition switch is at OFF when the scan tool is connected or disconnected.
3. Reconnect negative terminal of battery, and turn the ignition key to the "ON" position.
4. Conduct on-board diagnostic using scan tool to ensure entire SRS operates properly, except open circuit of air bag module (diagnostic trouble code No.22). Code 22 Air Bag Module (Squib) System
5. Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" position, disconnect the negative battery cable and tape the terminal.
Caution: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work. Service Precautions
CLOCK SPRING INSTALLATION
Align the mating mark and "NEUTRAL" position indicator of the clock spring, and, after turning the front wheels to the straight-ahead position, install the clock spring to the column switch.
Caution: If the clock spring's mating mark is not properly aligned, the steering wheel may not be completely rotational during a turn, or the flat cable within the clock spring may be severed, obstructing normal operation of the SRS.
STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION
1. Before installing the steering wheel, be sure to first turn the vehicle's front wheels to the straight-ahead position and align the mating mark and "NEUTRAL" position indicator of the clock spring.
Caution: Be sure when installing the steering wheel, that the harness of the clock spring does not become caught or tangled.
2. After clamping, turn the steering wheel all the way in both directions to confirm that steering is normal.
POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. After installing the clock spring, the steering wheel, the column covers and the air bag module, check steering wheel for noise, binds or difficult operation.
2. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.Turn the ignition switch to "ON". Check if the SRS warning light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then stays off. If yes, SRS system is functioning properly, if no, see Testing and Inspection. Flow of Diagnosis