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RHainey Enthusiast

RHainey

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:P

 

I'll bite, what does a "clockspring" do on an O3 Silverado??

 

In my line of work, a "clockspring" is used as a permanent repair on a gas pipeline. Different sizes available for different diameters of pipe in use. :nono:

MountaineerTom Senior Enthusiast

MountaineerTom

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The clockspring is in the steering column, behind the steering wheel. It has to do with the air bag system.

 

I do know that the Haynes manuals describe how do do it.

JimG Enthusiast

JimG

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Ok, first and foremost - everything I'm writing here comes from GM's Service Manual for the 2003 Silverado/Sierra. I'm just the messenger relaying the info so I'm not responsible for anything that goes wrong. All procedures you attempt are at your own risk.

 

Removal Procedure:

 

All pictures available for download in zip format:

http://www.patmedia.net/jguidi/ClockspringPics.zip

 

** Steps 1 - 5: Refer to file Removal_Steps1-5.jpg

** Steps 6 - 8: Refer to Removal_Step6.jpg

 

1. Disable the SIR System.

 

2. Remove the steering column trim covers.

 

3. Remove the wire harness assembly (4) from the wire harness strap (5).

 

4. Remove the 2 wire harness straps (3) from the wire harness assembly.

 

5. Remove the wrie harness strap (2) from the upper tilt head assembly (1).

 

6. Remove the retaining ring (1).

 

7. Remove the SIR coil (2).

 

8. Remove the wave washer (3) from the steering column upper shaft.

 

Installation Procedure:

 

** Step 1: Refer to Installation_Step1.jpg

** Step 2: Refer to Installation_Step2.jpg

** Step 4: Refer to Installation_Step4.jpg

** Step 6: Refer to Installation_Step6.jpg

** Step 7: Refer to Installation_Step7.jpg

** Steps 8-10: Refer to Installation_Step8-10.jpg

 

 

1. Align the block tooth on the upper shaft to the 12 o'clock position (1).

 

NOTICE: Ensure all fasteners are securely seated before applying needed torque. Failure to do so may result in component damage or malfunctioning of steering column.

 

2. Install the wave washer (1) to the steering column upper shaft.

 

3. A new SIR coil assembly will come pre-centered. However, if centering is required, follow the instruction on the notice of the coil assembly.

 

4. Align the SIR coil (2) with the horn tower on the turn signal cancel cam (1)

 

IMPORTANT: DO NOT REMOVE THE TAB ON THE SIR COIL UNTIL INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE

 

5. Install the pre-centered SIR Coil (2) to the steering column upper shaft.

 

6. Remove and discard the centering tab (1).

 

NOTICE: Gently pull on the lower coil assembly wire in order to remove any wire kinks inside of the column assembly. Verify that there are NO kinks or bends in the SIR coil assembly wire. If a kink or bend is present, interference may occur with the shaft lock mechanism. Turning the steering wheel may cut or damage the wire.

 

7. Install the retaining ring (1). Verify that the ring (1) is firmly seated in the groove on the upper shaft (2).

 

8. Install the wire harness assembly (4) into the wire strap (5).

 

9. Install the wire harness strap (2) into the upper tilt head assembly (1).

 

10. Install wire harness straps (3) to the wire harness assembly.

 

11. Install the steering column trim covers.

 

12. Enable the SIR system.

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