Ford 8C3Z-14A664-B
Clockspring

Service and repair procedures for the Clock Spring assembly must start by disabling power from the SRS. You should first lower the steering wheel then lock its tilt mechanism before taking out the driver air bag module. Verify that the road wheel positions face straight ahead prior to steering wheel removal since this helps protect the Clock Spring from damage. The first task is to disconnect the Clock Spring electronics and take out the screws maintaining the Clock Spring. Do not remove the anti-rotation key from the Clock Spring before installing the steering wheel because early key removal could lead to Clock Spring damage that requires centralization before installation. Use the two screws to secure the installed Clock Spring before connecting its electrical connector. Follow the correct tightening procedures to avoid premature Clock Spring failure because any doubts should lead to another centralization attempt. A reinstalled Clock Spring requires accurate centering too while avoiding excessive inner rotor rotation which could damage the internal ribbon wire. The steering wheel installation should proceed after installing a new Clock Spring when an anti-rotation key has not been removed. According to proper procedure when using an anti-rotation key you should rotate the inner rotor counterclockwise until a slight resistance indicates wire ribbon limit then perform a clockwise rotation of the rotor for 2-1/2 revolutions to place them at the 12 clock position. To complete the installation, first put the steering wheel in its position while taking out any present anti-rotation key before you install the driver air bag module last. Then reset the SRS.

If uncertain, repeat the centralizing procedure to prevent premature failure.