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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1012 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONCLOCKSPRINGINSTALLATION

2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD

Removal And Installation: Clockspring: Installation

2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Milan, 2008 Lincoln MKZ, and 2008 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

Install the clockspring and 2 screws.
Connect the clockspring electrical connector.
Install the lower steering column shroud and 3 screws.
Attach the upper steering column shroud to the lower steering column shroud.

Vehicles installing a new clockspring

Install the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
- After the steering wheel installation, remove the clockspring sealing key.

Fig 1: Locating Clockspring Sealing Key

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Vehicle repairs reusing the same clockspring

WARNING: If the clockspring is not correctly centralized, it may fail prematurely. If in doubt, repeat the centralizing procedure. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.