OEM 2001 Ford Focus Clock Spring

2001 Ford Focus Clock Spring Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Remove and Replace the Clock Spring Assembly or Spiral Cable on 2001 Ford Focus?

  A: The first step for replacing or removing the Clock Spring assembly involves positioning the road wheels straight and discharging the ground cable power until a one-minute waiting period expires. Start by removing the driver air bag module followed by the steering wheel and then proceed with the instrument panel lower panel after taking off all screws and releasing the retaining clip. You must use a thin-bladed screwdriver to free the two clips holding the steering column upper shroud before you can remove it provided you release the steering column locking lever and remove all the screws when the ignition key is not engaged. Each multifunction switch requires depressing its retaining tang before sliding it from the air bag sliding contact. Then disconnect the air bag sliding contact electrical connector happens by releasing its locking tang. Remove the retaining tangs from the air bag sliding contact which comprises the steering column while noting where the spacing collar originally positioned inside the contact before disconnecting it. Correctly place the spacing collar and install the air bag sliding contact with both retaining tangs securely locked before proceeding. First connect the electrical connector of the air bag sliding contact followed by installing the multifunction switches after which attach the steering column shrouds by screw installation and column locking. Faithfully reinstall the instrument panel lower panel by applying the retaining clip while installing screws. The centralization process requires clockwise turns of the air bag sliding contact from its central position for 2.5 turns then counterclockwise turns for 2.5 turns until the arrow points to the raised "V" section at the 12 o'clock position on the outer cover. The steering wheel installation requires that centralization of the sliding contact must be repeated if there is interruption between procedures. Before finishing install the driver air bag module and restore the battery ground connection. Wear eigen-glasses at all times when servicing cars equipped with air bags while maintaining the module covered with trim oriented away from your body to prevent bodily harm.