OEM 2007 Ford E-150 Clock Spring

2007 Ford E-150 Clock Spring Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What Precautions Should Be Taken When Servicing the Clock Spring Assembly on 2007 Ford E-150?

  A: Safety glasses are necessary for Clock Spring servicing because they protect against accidental air bag deployment while memory saver devices should be avoided. Any ignition switch activation with the RCM fuse removed backs up the warning light operation on the air bag control module but does not characterize an SRS system problem. Before giving the vehicle back to customers the SRS must operate without any problems. Repair procedures call for installing new parts but existing components need to be reinstalled if the issue continues and diagnostic steps should be done again. Start the process by disconnecting power from the system then taking out the driver air bag assembly. You must free retaining clips from the steering column opening lower finish panel to eliminate the pin-type retainer along with the electrical connector. The first step entails removing two screws and the data link connector then unfastening the six bolts holding the lower finish panel reinforcement. Start by disconnecting the Clock Spring electrical connectors from their placement at the steering column base before separating them from the supporting bracket. Straighten out the wheels of the road before dealing with the steering wheel removal process. Start by loosening the tilt wheel shank handle and afterwards remove the ignition switch lock cylinder by setting the ignition to RUN position and executing an upward tab push followed by pulling the cylinder outward. To access the inner column components start by unscrewing three hardware followed by removing both the lower and upper shrouds. Orientation tape must be applied to the center rotor to stop its rotation when a Clock Spring is reused. The key-in-ignition warning indicator switch can be removed if present along with the three Clock Spring retaining clips detachment for accessing the two clips securing the wire to the steering column before guiding the wiring through the instrument panel to extract the Clock Spring. A new Clock Spring installs with the help of a key seal which must be removed carefully to prevent rotor movement. To center an unaligned Clock Spring hold its outer housing steady while rotating the rotor first clockwise until resistance appears then counterclockwise for approximately 2.25 turns. Wash off tape from the Clock Spring without creating any rotation during the process. To properly mount the Clock Spring first position its rotor flats perpendicular to the steering column shaft before sliding it onto the column while pressing at 6 o'clock, 12 o'clock, and 3 o'clock to complete installation. The wiring should travel through the instrument panel while retaining clips get secured and key-in-ignition warning indicator switches will be installed (if your vehicle model has this feature). First put back the steering column shrouds both up and down then place the ignition switch lock cylinder at RUN position followed by complete column seating. Check the lock cylinder operation by rotating it and then continue with reinstalling the tilt wheel shank handle if present followed by the steering wheel. The connection of electrical connectors to the Clock Spring must be accomplished alongside pin-type retainer installation. The lower finish panel reinforcement needs to be installed using six bolts with the data link connector and electrical connector having its pin-type retainer attached. Reinstall the driver air bag module before you finish by seating the lower finish panel and powering up the system.