OEM 2004 Toyota Solara Clock Spring

2004 Toyota Solara Clock Spring Parts Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on 2004 Toyota Solara?

  A: The first step for Clock Spring Assembly / Clock Spring replacement involves positioning the front wheels directly ahead and disconnecting the battery terminal with the negative cable. Begin the steering wheel replacement by removing steering wheel cover lower No.2 and No.3. Proceed to take out the horn button assembly followed by the steering wheel assembly using Special Service Tool set 09950-50013 (09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05021). Remove the steering column cover lower through two screw removal followed by cutting its connectors from a clock spring sub-assembly while avoiding any damage to the Air Bag wire harness. Attention must be given to the clock spring sub-assembly for any damage indications including scratches, cracks and dents or chips before deciding on replacement. Install the clock spring sub-assembly through these steps: turn the turn signal switch to neutral and fasten it with 4 screws then match connectors. Secure the steering column cover along with the lower steering column cover through two bolts. A proper adjustment of the clock spring sub-assembly requires a procedure which begins by turning off the ignition switch and disconnecting the negative battery terminal for a minimum of 90 seconds followed by turning the clock spring counterclockwise until it feels secure and then clocking it up 2.5 times to bring the marks into alignment. The last requirement includes steering wheel assembly installation after inspecting the center point and horn button assembly reinstall followed by battery negative terminal reconnection for horn button and SRS warning light inspection before system initialization after battery reconnection.