Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1996SABLE GS, 4D WAGON, AX4NREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 32 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)ADJUSTMENTSCLOCKSPRING
1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4N
Section 32 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System): Adjustments: CLOCKSPRING
1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4NSECTION CLOCKSPRING
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Sable and 1997 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure ground battery cable is disconnected. Remove bolt retaining steering column lower yoke to lower steering intermediate shaft coupling and push steering column shaft coupling down out of steering column lower yoke.
- Rotate ring in clockspring counterclockwise until tight, then rotate clockspring ring clockwise 2.5 turns. Align Yellow arrows on clockspring and ring. Reattach steering column components.
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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.