Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair
REMOVALAir Bag Module And Spiral Cable:
CAUTION:
^ Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least 3 minutes.
^ Always work from the side of air bag module.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:
1. Remove lower lid from steering wheel, and disconnect air bag module connector.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:
2. Remove LH and RH side lids and ASCD steering switch (it so equipped). Using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50), remove left and right special bolts. The air bag module can then be removed.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:
CAUTION:
^ Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
^ Do not attempt to disassemble air bag module.
^ The special bolts are coated with a bonding agent.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:
^ Do not drop or impact air bag module. Replace air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
^ Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
^ Do not allow oil, grease or water to contact the air bag module.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:
3. Set steering wheel in the neutral position.
4. Disconnect horn connector and remove steering wheel nut.
5. Remove steering wheel mass damper.
6. Using steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel. Be careful not to overtighten puller bolt on steering wheel.
CAUTION: Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.
7. Remove steering column cover.
8. Disconnect air bag harness and main harness connectors.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:
9 Remove the four spiral cable retaining screws. The spiral cable can then be removed.
CAUTION:
^ Do not attempt to disassemble spiral cable.
^ Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
INSTALLATION
1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Installation:
2. Align the turn signal cancel tab with the notch of the combination switch as shown.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Installation:
3. Rotate the spiral cable fully clockwise until tight.
4. Rotate spiral cable counterclockwise as specified below. Align the white pin with the alignment mark.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Installation:
Specified Turns For Spiral Cable
CAUTION: The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the cable is installed improperly. Also, with the steering linkage disconnected, the cable may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the specified number of turns. Always perform SRS self-diagnosis after installing the air bag module.
5. Connect spiral cable air bag harness and main harness connectors and tighten screws. Install steering column cover.
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Installation:
6. Install mass damper on steering wheel.
7. Install steering wheel, setting spiral cable pin guide, and pulling spiral cable harness through.
8. Connect horn connector.
9. Tighten steering wheel nut.
29 - 39 N-m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Installation:
10. Position air bag module and tighten with new special bolts.
11. Connect air bag module connector.
12. Install ASCII switch and tighten screws.
13. Install all lids.
14. Connect both battery cables.
15. Conduct Self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly (Use CONSULT or warning lamp check). Turn steering wheel to the left end and then to the right end fully to make sure that the spiral cable is set in the neutral position.
16. If 'AIR BAG" warning lamp blinks (in User mode), it shows that the spiral cable may be snapped due to its improper position. Perform Self-diagnosis again (Use CONSULT or warning lamp check). If a malfunction is detected, replace the spiral cable with a new one.