Ford Escape: Supplemental Restraint System / General Procedures - Clockspring Adjustment
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
WARNING:
If the clockspring is not correctly centralized, it may fail
prematurely. If in doubt, repeat the centralizing procedure. Failure to
follow these instructions may increase the risk of serious personal
injury or death in a crash.
NOTE:
Typical clockspring shown, others similar.
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NOTICE:
Do not over-rotate the clockspring rotor. The internal
ribbon wire is connected to the clockspring rotor. The internal ribbon
wire acts as a stop and can be broken from its internal connection.
Failure to follow this instruction may result in component damage and/or
system failure.
Turn the clockspring rotor clockwise, carefully feeling for resistance to turning.
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NOTE:
The clockspring rotor must stop at the first instance
that the electrical connector is at the 12 o'clock position.
Turn the clockspring rotor counterclockwise so the electrical connector is in the 12 o'clock position.
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NOTE:
After final positioning, do not allow the clockspring rotor to rotate from this position.
Turn the clockspring rotor counterclockwise through 3
complete turns ending with the clockspring rotor electrical connector in
the 12 o'clock position.
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When the clockspring is correctly centralized, the wiring
harness is visible through the site glass and the 2 arrows at the LH
side are aligned. Make sure the clockspring does not rotate from this
position until after the steering wheel is installed.
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Tape the clockspring inner rotor to the outer housing.
Use the General Equipment: Adhesive Tape
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Inspection
WARNING:
If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the Restraints
Control Module (RCM) and impact sensor mounting areas for any damage or
deformation...
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Overview
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detects a sudden vehicle deceleration and/or lateral deceleration
based on the information received from the various sensors and
determines that deployment is necessary, it applies voltage and current
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