Does the clock spring have to be replaced?
The clock spring may need to be replaced if it is damaged during careless service to the steering system, and, in some cases, if the vehicle is in a crash and the driver’s airbag deploys.
What causes clock spring to break?
Clocksprings wear in time or become damaged during repairs to the steering column, or when removing a rack and pinion gear, gearbox, or coupling. If the steering wheel is allowed to spin freely, the clockspring’s connection may break, resulting in an open circuit and an illuminated airbag light.
Why do clock springs fail?
Clock springs may become faulty with age due to electrical ribbons and their connections wearing thin. They also are likely to fail if they are not replaced after a car crash in which the airbag was deployed. Common signs you have faulty clock spring include: Illumination of the SRS/Airbag light.
Where is the clock spring on a Volkswagen?
It’s thanks to the clock spring. The radio volume buttons, cruise control, airbags, and horn all depend on the clock spring to communucate their electrical signals to and from the car’s computers. The clock spring is mounted between the steering wheel and steering column.
When to replace clock spring and steering angle sensor?
The clock spring and steering angle sensor on most VW are integrated into one part and will have to be replaced as one unit. Symptoms. Here are some symptoms that you may notice when you have a bad VW clock spring or steering angle sensor. Airbag light stays on; Horn won’t work; Traction control / stability control light on; ABS light stays on
How do you replace a clock spring on a car?
Complete the job by putting the alignment markers in place and then the steering wheel is ready to be re-installed and you are all set. Reconnect the batteries negative cable and you may need to clear the airbag trouble codes once the job is completed. Watch the Video! Here is a clock spring getting replaced along with a turn signal switch.
Can a clock spring be removed from an airbag?
This is required on some models. Gently work the clock spring back and forth and outward from the steering column shaft and gently remove. Electrical connectors are attached to the bottom of the airbag clock spring to transfer signals and controls to the steering wheel and airbag. This can also be a wiring harness on some models.