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How to remove airbag and steering wheel to replace clock spring?

Tiny
RICKDB1214
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  • 2004 BUICK RENDEZVOUS
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  • 120,000 MILES
I need to remove the airbag and steering wheel to replace the clock spring.
Monday, February 20th, 2023 AT 10:09 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello Rick,

The first thing you must do is to disconnect the battery for 5 minutes to allow the air bag safety system to disarm, then you will need a special tool which is listed below. Also the clock spring will need to be orientated correct before installation here are the full set of instructions in the images below. Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Monday, February 20th, 2023 AT 6:06 PM
Tiny
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Thank you very much. Looks like an adventure for sure. Have to get my hands on the tools to remove everything. My biggest fear is the airbag going off. But it sounds like that isn't a problem.
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Monday, February 20th, 2023 AT 8:16 PM
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Once the battery is disconnected you will be okay. Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2023 AT 8:38 AM
Tiny
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Can you tell me more about the orientation of the clock spring? It seems that it has to be centered in relation to the steering position. Thanks Ken for your help.
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Tuesday, February 21st, 2023 AT 9:48 AM
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The new clock spring will come with a centering pin, just remove it and install, you should be okay.
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Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 AT 10:54 AM
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Perfect! Thanks so much.
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Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 AT 11:38 AM
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Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
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Friday, February 24th, 2023 AT 10:53 AM

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