Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Description and Operation

The steering column has a clockspring assembly to transfer electrical signals from the steering wheel to the steering column. The clockspring has plugs which connect with the column harness at one end, and with the inflator assembly at the other. Between them is a long flexible ribbon conductor which allows approximately five and a half turns of the steering wheel. During installation, it is essential that the clockspring is installed so that its center position is aligned with the center position of the steering rack.