OEM 2007 Toyota 4Runner Clock Spring

2007 Toyota 4Runner Clock Spring Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on 2007 Toyota 4Runner?

  A: The procedure for servicing the Clock Spring Assembly / Clock Spring starts by following all instructions from the Restraint Systems Service Precautions. The negative battery terminal cable needs to be disconnected before waiting 90 seconds to avoid Air Bag deployment. Undock the steering wheel assembly while you take away steering pad and steering wheel cover lower No.2 and No.3. Proceed to remove the steering column cover lower by unscrewing the 3 attachment points before moving onto the upper steering column cover. Disconnect the clock spring connectors while protecting the Air Bag wire harness before removing the cable through disengaging its 4 claws. Install the components when front wheels point straight ahead while maintaining the turn signal switch in neutral position to protect the pin from damage. The installation of the clock spring requires four screws while you need to remove the lock pin if doing a replacement alongside connecting new connectors. The upper and lower steering column covers should be installed after adjusting the clock spring according to instructions that require a switched-off ignition and negative battery terminal disconnection for at least 90 seconds. Tighten the clock spring by rotating it counterclockwise before rotating it clockwise twice to place the marks in proper alignment while keeping away from the Air Bag wire harness. The procedure ends with assembly of the steering wheel and check on the steering wheel center point followed by reinstallation of the steering pad and both steering wheel covers before reattaching the negative battery terminal while checking the SRS warning light.