501-20B-1
Supplemental Restraint System
501-20B-1
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Clockspring Removal WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards. WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury. WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be installed new, not repainted.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer. NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again. All vehicles 1.
Make sure the wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
2.
Depower the system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in this section.
3.
Remove the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to Section 211-04.
Vehicles with tilt column 4.
Position the steering column completely downward.
All vehicles 5.
Push in where indicated, releasing the retaining tabs, and remove the upper steering column shroud.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices. WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards. NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
Copyright 2002, Ford Motor Company Last updated: 05/21/2002
2003 Escape, 8/2002
501-20B-2
Supplemental Restraint System
501-20B-2
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued) 6.
Remove the lower steering column shroud. 1
Release the tilt column locking lever, if equipped.
2
Remove the three screws.
3
NOTE: The steering column must be in the raised position, with the tilt column lever released (if equipped), to remove the lower steering column shroud. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
9.
7.
Remove the clockspring. 1
Disconnect the accessory electrical connector.
2
Push to release the clockspring electrical connector locking clip.
3
With the clockspring electrical connector locking clip in the released position, pull and disconnect the clockspring electrical connector.
4
Remove the clockspring.
Apply two strips of masking tape across the clockspring to prevent accidental rotation when the clockspring is removed.
Installation Vehicles receiving a new clockspring 8.
Separate the clockspring from the steering column.
1.
1
Remove the screws.
NOTE: A new clockspring is supplied in a centralized position and held there with a key.
2
Pull out and separate the clockspring from the steering column.
Remove the key from the clockspring, holding the rotor in its centralized position. •
Do not allow the clockspring rotor to turn from this position.
2003 Escape, 8/2002
501-20B-3
Supplemental Restraint System
501-20B-3
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued) Vehicles needing clockspring recentering
All vehicles
2.
3.
Make sure the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
4.
NOTE: Recenter clockspring as needed.
WARNING: Incorrect centralization may result in premature component failure. If in doubt when centralizing the clockspring, repeat the centralizing procedure. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
Connect the clockspring electrical connectors.
CAUTION: Make sure the road wheels are in the straight ahead position.
1
Connect the clockspring electrical connector.
2
Connect the accessory electrical connector.
NOTE: If a clockspring has rotated out of center, follow through with this step. Centralize the clockspring. 1
Hold the clockspring outer housing stationary.
2
CAUTION: Overturning will destroy the clockspring. The internal ribbon wire acts as the stop and can be broken from its internal connection. While turning the rotor clockwise, carefully feel for the ribbon wire to run out of length, and a slight resistance is felt. Stop turning at this point.
3
Turn the rotor counterclockwise approximately 2-3/4 turns. This is the center point of the clockspring. X
Do not allow the rotor to turn from this position.
Vehicle repairs reusing the same clockspring 5.
NOTE: When the tape is removed, do not allow the clockspring to turn. Remove the tape applied during clockspring removal.
2003 Escape, 8/2002
501-20B-4
Supplemental Restraint System
501-20B-4
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued) All vehicles 6.
NOTE: The clockspring is shown from the back for clarity. Align the clockspring for installation. •
Align the large slot to the large tab in the clockspring.
•
Align the small slot to the small tab in the clockspring.
8.
Install the lower steering column shroud. 1
Release the tilt column locking lever, if equipped.
2
NOTE: The steering column must be in the raised position, with the tilt column lever released (if equipped), to install the lower steering column shroud. Position the lower steering column shroud to the steering column.
3
7.
Install the clockspring. 1
With the slots and tabs aligned, slide the clockspring over the steering column.
2
With the clockspring sitting flush against the multi-function switch, install the screws.
Install the three screws.
Vehicles with tilt column 9.
Position the steering column completely downward.
2003 Escape, 8/2002
501-20B-5
Supplemental Restraint System
501-20B-5
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued) All vehicles 10. Position the upper steering column shroud to the steering column and completely engage the retaining tabs. •
Make sure the upper steering column shroud is aligned correctly and the retaining tabs are completely engaged.
11. Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to Section 211-04. 12. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in this section.
2003 Escape, 8/2002
