OEM 2004 Ford Explorer Clock Spring

2004 Ford Explorer Clock Spring Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What Safety Precautions Should Be Taken When Servicing the Clock Spring Assembly on 2004 Ford Explorer?

  A: Safety glasses are mandatory when servicing the Clock Spring assembly to decrease risks of air bag deployment while you should handle live air bag modules with their trim covers pointed away from your body. A live air bag module should never be oriented face-down during handling and handwashing should be done immediately after deployment because sodium hydroxide residue might be present. It is unsafe to touch the air bag module connectors because this may trigger their deployment systems. The solution for discolored or damaged air bag trim covers includes replacement of new parts instead of using paint. The diagnostic tool for restraints is made for service purposes and needs to be taken off before driving to avoid both safety hazards and legal infractions. Changing the horizontal position of the restraints control module while it is connected and during ignition ON procedures can automatically activate the safety canopy. Avoid using memory saver devices. The system requires power removal in addition to road wheel straightening before removing the driver air bag module and steering wheel while following safety instruction warnings. Take necessary precautions to stop the Clock Spring from rotating during its removal process. You should carefully detach the gear selector boot without causing damage followed by removing the upper steering column shroud through clip release while applying masking tape to the Clock Spring if it will be reinstalled. You should release the retaining tab on the multi-function switch to remove it before checking for damage on the Clock Spring mounting bracket. After reversal of disassembly steps reinstall the steering wheel correctly while reattaching the driver air bag module before completing system power-up. When directing the center of the Clock Spring steer the outer housing still while slowly spinning the rotor downward until you encounter resistance; after that proceed with three intentional clockwise turns toward the midpoint without the rotor rotating at that point. You must position the Clock Spring flats parallel to the steering column flats when you install it after which you should bolt them in place before you detach the retaining pin if you installed a new Clock Spring or if you are using a previously installed Clock Spring you should remove the tape.