DIY: Replace Clockspring/spiral cable + remove steering wheel

I replaced my clockspring with an OEM 300.00 unit, followed the videos & instructions I found 100% spun the clockspring until there was resistance, spun it back, counted 5 turns (it said 5 turns on it) & spun it back 2.5. Need to figure it out, I have a total of 3 16.00 eBay CS coming but prefer to only use 1.


Has anyone used these eBay CS? it looks like it has a lock I'm hoping is the center.

 

I only paid like $13 bucks for mine off ebay. It was the cheapest option and it worked. I had horn and cruise not working. But after putting the clock spring in both worked flawlessly. I would get the absolute cheapest one you can find. I am sure they are coming fron the same factory.

Install was easy.. You can see the many videos online. Loosening the steering bilt was easy. Just mark it before you pull your steering wheel for realignment. Good luck.

 

Thanks guys.

I just installed the one I linked previously.
It is already pre-aligned using that break off tab and went right in straight.
OEM one should also be pre-aligned with a break off tab I would think, you shouldn't need to turn or adjust anything if your wheel is straight during install, all plug and play for mine.
Some of the plugs shown in videos did not even need to be removed for the clock spring part itself.
Didn't even need a wheel puller, just wiggled it and it popped free.
It took longer to go to the store and find some whiteout to mark the wheel/spindle alignment than it did to change this part.
Just unplug your battery first

Now my horn works as normal again, and all my other steering wheel controls still do also.

We will just have to see how long this knock-off part lasts

 

Bro.. @Seafury just use masking tape on the steering wheel and put the alignment marks using a pen/pencil on the tape.. no need to go to the store for whiteout.. also now that I think about it.. just use a pencil to mark the two... that would work too..

ooh for sure before doing anything make sure your steering is 100% straight and accurate.. and you are absolutely sure you have disconnected the battery and turn our your lights after just to ensure you have no residual charge from the battery.

 

You are right, hindsight is 20/20 lol

I could have used a sharpie I already had, but anything less permanent I would worry the marks get wiped away by accident.

I needed the whiteout for marking stuff anyway, no worries

 

I'll be undertaking this DIY soon cause my horn is toast. The write up seems perfect and i'm sure i could figure it out once i get started but where are you all making your marks to make sure the steering wheel lines back up for reinstall.

Edit:
Is this the correct part number?
OE/OEM Part Number:
84306-0E010

 

Lol just see some videos on YouTube man.

The mark is between the steering wheel and steering column. Once you are done replacing the clock spring. You need to align the steering wheel with the mark on the steering column so your steering alignment isn't off.

 

Yeah I watched a few plus the ones on the 1st page of this thread, still wasn't quite clear from anything i saw. Appreciate the clarification.

 

Also

You'll probably say that you cannot make a mark since it's plastic/metal. So to easily put a mark on it just put a tape on the steering column & steering. And put the mark on the tape via pencil or pen. Easy peesy lemon squeeze.

 

Is there a tutorial like this for a Gen 1 (2000) Tundra?

thx

bob

 

So i ordered my replacment and after installing, the first time i turned the steering wheel it seems the new clockspring broke. Any ideas why?

 

Nevermind, im fairly sure i know what i did wrong.

Note to others:
Don't pull the orange tab that locks the rotation of the clockspring until after you install it onto the column. if it is not in the right position when installed it will break and unravel once you turn the steering to full lock.

 

Good write up and information. Thank you.

 

Does anyone have a listing on Amazon for 2018-2021 clock spring?
I keep finding the 84306 which lists up to 2014 tundra/tacoma/corolla/camry.
Toyota lists 2018-2021 as 84307.
Or should they all be the same?

pretty sad this thing didn’t even make it 3 years.

 

Seeing your picture.. it looked like it was a botch install.. and you caught your mistake. Good going..

At least your honest about your mistake.

 

Know this is a really old thread, but thank you to the OP for this. Just did mine in a "new to me" 2013 Rock Warrior. Was hesitant to buy without a working horn, but this went smoothly.

 

Has anyone here taken the steering column apart any further than the clock spring? I have to replace the shifter and was hoping to see a how to first?

 

Wish me luck!

 

If I pull back on the bottom of the wheel and keep pressure, my horn works perfectly. If not pressing like that, it's very intermittent, mostly not at all. Ideas?

 

Does this seem like a clock spring issue?

 

Possibly, does the horn work fine when you hold the alarm button on your key fob?

 

I found on on Amazon and just ordered it, I replace my stock today and my cruise still won't come on so guess this is the next "poke and hope" (saw it on a other post) if this doesn't work guess I'll have to find a mechanic

 

this should do it, good luck

 

Thanks a bunch I hope this fixes my cruise control, I'm just waiting for it not to be 90° outside to do it

 

another pat on the back for OP, this was a great write up with great photos. made it super easy. i bought an OEM unit, followed OP's directions, then watched a video to confirm everything. super easy job. dude in the video was throwing his airbag piece around without a care in the world. i was a bit nervous! all good. i have my cruise control back, but my airbag light is still on. any thoughts?

thanks again!