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    Replacing ClockSpring?

    So, my code 19 airbag light has turned into loss of cruise control and intermittent loss of the indicator lamps on the steering wheel. Kind of good news I suppose in that it confirms that it's time for a clockspring replacement.

    I've searched here and googled and followed the Youtube videos, so I have a somewhat feel for what to do. However, dealing with airbags makes me a bit nervous, so I'd like to confirm:

    Other than removing the neg from the battery and waiting awhile is there anything else or other precaution to take to disarm the airbag so it doesn't blow up in my face?

    Once disarmed, I assume the steps are:

    Remove Steering wheel cover (any tricks/traps to be aware of here?)

    Disconnect airbag (single connector?)

    Loosen Steering wheel nut to the very end of shaft but don't remove. Use this as a stop while wiggling wheel off....Or rent a steering wheel puller.

    Remove clockspring and install new one with locking tab in place to keep centered.

    Once new one installed, remove locking tab

    Re-install Nut, airbag, and cover....reconnect battery and pray the airbag doesn't explode
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    Quote Originally Posted by robertmee View Post
    So, my code 19 airbag light has turned into loss of cruise control and intermittent loss of the indicator lamps on the steering wheel. Kind of good news I suppose in that it confirms that it's time for a clockspring replacement.

    I've searched here and googled and followed the Youtube videos, so I have a somewhat feel for what to do. However, dealing with airbags makes me a bit nervous, so I'd like to confirm:

    Other than removing the neg from the battery and waiting awhile is there anything else or other precaution to take to disarm the airbag so it doesn't blow up in my face?

    Once disarmed, I assume the steps are:

    Remove Steering wheel cover (any tricks/traps to be aware of here?)

    Disconnect airbag (single connector?)

    Loosen Steering wheel nut to the very end of shaft but don't remove. Use this as a stop while wiggling wheel off....Or rent a steering wheel puller.

    Remove clockspring and install new one with locking tab in place to keep centered.

    Once new one installed, remove locking tab

    Re-install Nut, airbag, and cover....reconnect battery and pray the airbag doesn't explode
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    No there is nothing to worry about, once the battery has been disconnected. We do it all of the time. I would definitely recommend getting a steering wheel puller. Take your time, have the right tools and it will go easy.
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    i had one replaced on my wifes 03 vic BIG $$$ the dealer wanted $900 my reg. guy did it for $650. i never even heard of one till then. g/luck

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    Quote Originally Posted by fastblackmerc View Post
    Want to borrow my 2004 shop manual?
    That'd be great Jim...

    I need to find the part, however. Rockauto, Advance, Autozone, don't seem to carry it....Anyone have a recommendation for where to purchase?
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    Tedious website, but least they had it....Ordered it. Thanks!
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    I also have a steering wheel puller.

    Just bring it over this Saturday....
    “When you can’t make them see the light, make them feel the heat.”
    Ronald Regan

    "The only way to deal with the Islamic State - these blood thirsty, blood-drunken, terrorists -
    is to kill them, keep on killing them, until you kill the last one, then you kill his pet goat."

    Lt. Colonel Ralph Peters

    “Be polite, be professional, but have a plan to kill everybody you meet.”
    "I come in peace. I didn't bring artillery. But I'm pleading with you, with tears in my eyes, if you **** with me, I'll kill you all"
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    Jim,

    I'll definitely take you up on that offer if the part comes in...UPS quoted 3 to 5 days, so it might not arrive by Saturday. However, need to get by anyway and check out some of your goodies.

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