Q: What should be inspected in the Clock Spring sub-assembly of the supplemental restraint system after a collision on Scion tC?
A:
Checking the clock spring sub-assembly of supplemental restraints is necessary after a crash happens. Look for damage on the connector part then confirm there are no surface breaks, breaks or chips in the cable.
Q: How to remove the Clock Spring Assembly / Spiral Cable on Scion xB?
A:
The removal procedure for Clock Spring Assembly/Clock Spring starts with wheel front alignment and negative battery cable disconnect then a 90-second delay before reconnecting. This step prevents the Air Bags from activating. First disconnect the steering pad and then uninstall the steering wheel assembly with the steering column cover removed. The clock spring removal process starts with disconnecting the horn connector followed by sliding the slider and separating the Air Bag connector before removing the steering sensor connector. A clock spring removal requires the user to unfasten its 3 claws. To complete the procedure one must pull out the steering angle sensor.