OEM Ford Taurus X Clock Spring

Ford Taurus X Clock Spring Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Clockspring
  8G1Z-14A664-A
  Q: How to Service and Repair the Clock Spring Assembly on Ford Taurus X?

  A: The procedure for Clock Spring assembly service starts by checking that the Air Bag warning indicator lights up after removing the right Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse when turning the ignition switch to ON position. A complete operational check must be performed on the Supplemental Restraint System to ensure it has no faults before the vehicle is handed back to the customer. The first step requires positioning road wheels straight ahead to protect the Clock Spring followed by uninstalling the driver air bag module. Begin the procedure by disconnecting electrical components from both the Steering Wheel angle sensor and steering wheel before unscrewing the two attaching points. The process to remove the Clock Spring requires disconnecting its electrical connector followed by the removal of two screws. Do not install the Clock Spring in an incorrect central position since early failure could happen so perform the centralization procedure once again if it seems uncertain. The complete rotation of the Clock Spring inner rotor should be limited to avoid damaging the internal ribbon wire. Install an anti-rotation key after the steering wheel installation or maintain the initial Clock Spring centering when removing the key during previous work. Two complete rotations of the inner rotor clockwise motion will help achieve the correct centering position. The installation process requires you to install the steering wheel followed by removing the anti-rotation key if a new Clock Spring exists and finish the sequence by mounting the driver air bag module.