Will a bad clock spring throw a code?
Absolutely a bad/electrically noisy clock spring can introduce noise onto the same data bus in the computer the TPS is connected to. The computer gets fooled into thinking the TPS is causing it. No guarantees but it happens.
How important is a clock spring?
The function of a clock spring The clock spring’s function is to send the electronic signals from the steering wheel buttons to the control modules in the car. It is also responsible for sending the signal to the airbag in the steering wheel if an accident occurs.
What happens if you take a spring driven clock apart?
If someone were to take a spring driven clock apart without letting down the mainsprings, bad things may happen. The movement would get ruined and you can get your hands hurt. Set of 4 mainspring Clock Tools clamps keep a mainspring in the wound position to keep them under control.
Can you get whacked by a clock mainspring?
You really do not want to get whacked by one of the clock mainsprings, they can hurt. This is why the tension of the spring is released before separating the clock plates, or attempting to remove the spring in anyway.
What to use to replace a broken mainspring on a mantle clock?
To remove this force a sharp wide object (I used a sharpened bradel) in between the wound spring layers. You want to lift the spring so you can get some long nosed pliers in the gap.
Why is tension released before separating clock plates?
This is why the tension of the spring is released before separating the clock plates, or attempting to remove the spring in anyway. Without the tension of the spring being released, the spring will unwind it self very fast in a uncontrollable fashion that can harm the repair person and the rest of the clock movement.
If someone were to take a spring driven clock apart without letting down the mainsprings, bad things may happen. The movement would get ruined and you can get your hands hurt. Set of 4 mainspring Clock Tools clamps keep a mainspring in the wound position to keep them under control.
How do you replace the mainspring on a clock?
Replacing mainsprings involves letting the power out of any other mainsprings in the movement, so they wont fly out of control and damage you or the rest of the clock. This is done with a mainspring let down tool, do not attempt to use the clock key, this could cause an injury.
Is it safe to work with a clock mainspring?
Without the tension of the spring being released, the spring will unwind it self very fast in a uncontrollable fashion that can harm the repair person and the rest of the clock movement. Wear safety glasses and gloves every time you work with a clock mainspring.
What happens when the air bag clockspring goes out?
If the air bag clockspring shorts out, you may notice controls on your steering wheel or your horn not working. The air bag warning light may also come on. If the electrical short is bad enough, you may notice sparking or blown fuses.