OEM Cadillac DTS Air Bag Clockspring

Cadillac DTS Air Bag Clockspring Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Clockspring
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  Q: How to replace the Air Bag Clockspring in the Steering Wheel on Cadillac DTS?

  A: First, disable the sir system before replacing the inflatable restraint Steering Wheel module coil. Make sure the wheels are straight ahead, and if the steering column anti rotation pin (J 42640) is assembled, or if the ignition key is in the lock position. Take off the lower trim part by removing 2 screws with the screwdrivers that have a torx(R) head and the upper trim part by removing 2 screws with the screwdrivers that have a torx(R) head, then pull out the tilt lever in case you need to pull it straight out before taking off the Steering Wheel to steer away from the Steering Shaft. Gently snap apart the wire harness straps found at the Steering Wheel column wire harness before unbining the retaining ring and the air bag clock spring at the Steering Shaft. When replacing, replace the old air bag clock spring with a new one. For installation, cross-check that the wheels are straight ahead, and the steering column anti rotation pin (J 42640) is fitted or the ignition switch is in lock position. If you choose to re-use the existing coil, make sure it is centered. Cue up the new air bag clock spring assembly with the horn tower on the turn signal cancel cam assembly and slide the air bag clock spring onto the Steering Shaft assembly. Secure the retaining ring into the groove of Steering Shaft assembly and after that, unclip the centering tab from new air bag clock spring. Install the upper trim cover using 2 torx® head screws assuming it's tightened to 1.5 n.m (13 lb in), in addition to lower trim cover secured using 2 torx® head screws and also tightened to 1.5 n.m(13 lb in). Check that the tabs on the lower trim cover interact with the upper trim cover before placing and securing the tilt lever into the steering column. Lastly, attach the Steering Wheel onto the Steering Shaft and operate the sir system.