OEM 2002 Toyota Camry Clock Spring

2002 Toyota Camry Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How do you service and repair the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on 2002 Toyota Camry?

  A: The service process for Clock Spring Assembly / Clock Spring repair starts by performing safety checks while disconnecting the battery negative terminal. First position the front wheels directly ahead before taking out the steering wheel cover lower No.2 to install a 4 spoke steering wheel assembly or lower No.3 to set up a 3 spoke steering wheel assembly and horn button assembly and steering wheel assembly with Special Service Tool: 09950-50013 (09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05021). You should begin by taking out the instrument cluster finish panel and steering column cover followed by disconnection of the Air Bag connector and clock spring sub-assembly connector which lets you remove the 3 claws to detach it. The clock spring sub-assembly should be inspected for scratches, cracks, dents and chipping and needs replacement when these conditions appear. Install the new clock spring sub-assembly by first engaging the 3 claws while maintaining straight front wheel positioning. The turn signal switch should remain in neutral before reattaching the Air Bag connector. The installation process requires the steering column cover screws and a double-check of the ignition switch OFF and battery negative terminal disconnection for minimum 90 seconds. Then follow with counterclockwise clock spring turning until resistance appears followed by clockwise movement for mark alignment before reinstalling the steering wheel assembly. The installation procedure requires the steering wheel assembly to be tightened to 50 N.m (510 kgf.cm, 37 ft.lbf) followed by horn button assembly installation at 8.8 N.m (90 kgf.cm, 78 in.lbf). Both components also need an inspection of their functionality.