Q: How do you remove the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on Scion tC?
A: The first step to remove the Clock Spring Assembly / Clock Spring requires disconnecting the negative battery cable and waiting for at least 90 seconds to avoid Air Bag and seat belt pretensioner activation. Start by dismantling the steering pad assembly while the front wheels should be oriented directly forward. The first step involves steering wheel removal followed by removing the steering column cover. The next step involves disconnection of clock spring connectors while being cautious to protect the Air Bag wire harness from any harm during Air Bag connector handling. Using the 3 clamps you should separate to remove the clock spring subassembly.
Q: How do you replace the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on Scion xA?
A: The Clock Spring Assembly / Clock Spring replacement process starts by following restraint system service rules and performing a battery negative terminal disconnection. Start by directing the front wheels straight ahead and proceed to remove the horn button assembly together with the steering wheel assembly using Special Service Tool: 09950-50013 (09951-05010, 09952-05010, 09953-05020, 09954-05021). First disconnect the steering column cover using three screws which allows access to remove the clock spring sub-assembly after separating both the Air Bag connector and the connector from the sub-assembly then unfastening the 3 claws. Check the clock spring sub-assembly connector for scratches and cracks and also search for any present cracks dents or chips. Replace the component with a new one if needed. Set the turn signal switch to neutral before installing the new clock spring sub-assembly through 3 claw engagement and connection of the Air Bag connector and clock spring sub-assembly connector. Reattach the steering column cover with its 3 screws before adjusting the clock spring sub-assembly when the ignition switch turns off and you disconnect the battery negative terminal for 90 seconds then turn the clock spring sub-assembly counterclockwise until firm and rotate it clockwise by 2.5 turns to reach the mark alignment. To finish the installation you should add the steering wheel while inspecting the center point after mounting the horn button to check both assemblies along with the SRS warning device.
Q: How do you remove the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on Scion xB?
A: The Clock Spring Assembly / Clock Spring removal process must begin by facing the front wheels directly forward. The negative battery cable needs detachment before waiting a minimum of 90 seconds to avoid Air Bag activation. Proceed by removing the steering pad then take out both the steering column cover and steering wheel assembly. When removing the clock spring disconnect first the horn connector then advance the slider to separate the Air Bag connector before detaching the steering sensor connector. Disassembly of the clock spring requires you to separate the three retaining claws. As part of this procedure a steering angle sensor requires removal also.