OEM 2002 Toyota Highlander Clock Spring

2002 Toyota Highlander Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to Replace the Clock Spring in a Steering Wheel Assembly on 2002 Toyota Highlander?

  A: Commence Clock Spring Sub Assembly replacement through a process that includes securing the battery negative terminal followed by disconnecting it. Begin this procedure by making sure wheels point forward and then proceed to unfasten the Steering Wheel Cover Lower No.2 followed by the Horn Button Assembly and the Steering Wheel Assembly using Special Service Tool: 09950-50013 (09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05021). Untighten the three screws of the Steering Column Cover Lower before sliding off the column upper cover. Disconnect the connectors from the Air Bag and clock spring then remove the clock spring while releasing its three claws. The inspection of the clock spring must check for both connector and cable damage including connector wear, connector cracks and cable cracking, dents, or any chip formation. Replacement of the clock spring becomes necessary if these conditions are detected. Install the new clock spring while keeping the turn signal switch in the neutral position then insert the three claws before connecting the Air Bag connector. Secure the steering column lower cover to the place using the three screws. The procedure to center the clock spring should start by setting the ignition to OFF and disconnecting the battery negative terminal for 90 seconds before counterclockwise turning until resistance is detected followed by clockwise movement to match the cable marks. The end of the installation process requires the Steering Wheel Assembly to be tightened with 35 N-m (360 kgf.cm, 26 ft.lbf) torque before checking the steering wheel center point and reinstalling the Horn Button Assembly which must also be inspected alongside the SRS warning light.