Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Description and Operation

The clockspring is mounted on the steering column behind the steering wheel. This assembly consists of a flat, ribbon like, electrically conductive tape that winds and unwinds with the steering wheel rotation.

It is used to maintain a continuous electrical circuit between the wiring harness and the Driver Airbag Module.

The clockspring must be properly centered when it is installed on the steering column following any service removal, or it will be damaged. See the Clockspring Centering procedure for more information.

The clockspring cannot be repaired. If the clockspring is faulty, damaged, or if the airbag has been deployed, the clockspring must be replaced.