How to Replace a Toyota Clockspring spiral cable codes and symptoms also
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- You asked for it and now its here. Here is the clock spring or spiral cable replacement video. I also included the scanning and symptoms.
torque spec for the steering wheel nut is 50 N.m or 37 ft.lbs
Here is the cruise control video
• 2008 Toyota Tacoma Cru...
Dude you rock! My horn wasn’t working and I followed your instructions and now it’s working again. Thanks 🙏🏾 a million! You saved me a lot of money 💰
You're welcome!
This video was incredibly helpful! I had 100% confidence after watching this video. I changed the clock spring out and the cruise control works again! It only took an hour total and I’m sure I saved a ton of money. I feel like I owe you a beer or something.
Excellent video with perfect explanation of every detail! repaired mine in no time thanks to you! Keep up the good work.
Thank you. Did it just like you said except for an attachment that went on the back of the clock spring that I had to take off from the old clock spring. Your instructions and modeling for me made it simple to do. 5 out of 5.
appreciate the help, mine was cruise control problem, your video made the job much quicker and easier....Thanks
This video is a very good tutorial and I was able to work through the steps as the audio walked me along. 30min job. Thank you,
Very clear explaining! The best TH-camr so far, thanks 🙏!
Well done. I followed it step by step and now have my cruise control back!!!
Thank you so much! I watched several videos on how to do this and yours was the best! Thanks for getting me through this without breaking something or not being able to put it back together. You saved me a few hundred dollars at least!! Kudos!!
Thanks so much man! Saved me so much money doing myself. You make it so easy the way you show and explain. Just did my 2006 Hylander and alls well now! Great job!
Thanks for this! I changed mine and reset my airbag light. So far, so good! I had the code B1801 "Open in D Squib circuit". 2006 Tacoma.
Outstanding video! Thanks for taking the time to do it, helped immensely!
Nice video bro!!!! It sure helped me air bag light off and my cruise control works! Thanks!!
Dude, thank you so much for this video. Saved me a bunch of money and the details were right on.
Excellent tutorial, followed along and the install went smooth as butter. Thanks for uploading this.
Took me 30 mins to change the part, no more airbag light on saved me $500 thank you..... you da man great video
Awesome step by step video sir!!!!! I was able to do the job myself and repair my inop cruise control after 2 failed attempts at replacing the switch itself. The clock spring fixed the issue and now my cruise control works. Thank you
Great video! Took me less than an hour. 50$ fix, now my horn finally works!
Worked like a charm, thank you for posting, my cruise control is working again.
Great video. Followed your steps and 30 minutes later airbag light off. Thank you!
Once again, I have to say thank you. Your first video helped me change the cruise control switch. It worked one time, but then failed to never work again. I went and got a clock spring after watching the first video you made and watched this one to get it done. Very well taught and demonstrated once again. Thank you so much. I have fully functioning cruise control finally thanks to you!
Thumbs up. Went just as described. Almost as fast. Barely had to pause it. HUGE help. The trick with the steering wheel was golden! Mine was STUCK!
Your video helped me get that cruise control working, Thank You
Just replaced my clock spring watching this video step by step. My problem solved! Fantastic tutorial, one of the best I’ve ever viewed. Great job!!
Great easy to follow along with the video. No Unnecessary crap that we didn't need, just straight to the point and no repeating the same info over and over. Thank You for a well-done video.
No problem Ben. Thanks for checking out the Toyota cruise control videos. 🔧🔧🔧👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Just wanted to say thank you. Your video helped me out tremendously. I just changed mine and now horn, cruise control and audio work and airbag light is off. Took about an hour.
You got me when I broke the tab off like you said and then quickly said probably should put cover back on first lol but I worked it out.
Thanks again 🙏
This is the most information and detailed instructional video I have ever seen on TH-cam. I happen to have a 2006 Tacoma 4.0L 4WD with precisely the same problems. except the cruise control switch is also bad. I don't have one of those expensive code readers but I think I can do this without it. Thank you so much for the slow, meticulous explanation and tutorial. It was an excellent presentation!
I’m grateful with your video very helpful I replaced mine in no time it was super easy to do it .. thanks buddy , I appreciate it very much
Replaced my clock spring this morning, took about 45 minutes tops. I didn't even have to refer back to this video as I had it all in my head from watching earlier. Now my cruise control switch turns on like it is supposed to do. I haven't tested it out on the highway yet. So all total I spent less than $60 to repair my cruise control. Thank You to The Practical Mechanic for this easy to understand video that made it super easy for me to do myself. Also thanks for including the size of the nut that holds the steering wheel on, I was able to find the one I needed before I took everything apart and discovered that I may not have the size socket and have to run buy one. Luckily I had the right socket and the wheel came off without much trouble. I almost always have to run to the store to buy something else to get the job done.
I happen to have a 2006 Toyota Tacoma 4.0 L 4WD that has precisely the same problems. Now I don't have that fancy code reader but I can perform all the steps you illustrated in this video tutorial. This is the most informative, most helpful instruction I have ever witnessed on You Tube and I have watched a lot. I thought this rear was impossible for the simple home owner to perform. In fact, the dealer told me I couldn't do it. Well. with your help, I can prove them wrong. Thank you so very much for the slow, step by step procedural explanation. I'm not exactly sure about removing the upper and lower covers but all else seems straight forward.. Thanks again. You should be a Toyota mechanic instructor!.
Nicely done video and instruction!!! First, I replaced my cruise control, based on your instructions, then I replaced my clock spring, based on your instructions - and without your instructions, I would not have been able to do any of this!! I did use the knock-offs rather than spend the big bucks with Toyota, and I have working cruise control, and no telling how much I saved vs going to Toyota and having them do the work - likely hundreds of dollars. Thank you very, very much for this.
Thank you so much for this awesome video, been living without cruise control for a couple years now and when I called the shop they wanted $700 to fix it and I just did it myself in an hour for about $50 thanks to you!
Awesome video. I have a 2007 Tacoma and there was very little difference involving the install. Thanks
Easy fix with this video, thanks. I purchased a clock spring from Amazon but supposed to be OEM 84306-0E010. I will comment if it fails.
excellent video, step by step was great, and completed the job easily. One thing. My truck is a 2013. The proper OEM part from toyota, was fine, however, when i took the old one out , it had another wire connetor, and the part was a bit different. It had an additional section on the back. After a while i attempted to remove it , and realized i could slip it on to the new one. I believe it is called steering angle sensor for the ECS. carefully undo the 4 tabs. remove from old and snap into the new. Thanks again for your comprehensive vid.
Great and very helpful video! The detailed step-by-step instructions were just what I needed to see, in order to feel confident to do the second part of replacing the clock spring on my 2011 Prius. I'm a diy'er when I can, and between changing it out myself and managing to find an actual Toyota OEM for a good price, I saved a lot. I used a different video for the first part of the process (removing the airbag assembly from a Prius vs a Tacoma), but after that everything was the same. A few minor modifications possibly: I did use a steering wheel puller (rented for free from a parts store). Also, on the Prius there was also a third connector to the clock spring (white) that I needed to unconnect from the old clockspring, and then reconnect to the new one. Lastly, the instructions that came with the part said to put the pigtail through the steering wheel before pulling the orange plug that released the spring itself (I realize those instructions are so that the clockspring is released when all is in the right position, vs. 360degrees one direction or the other). Your specific instructions on how to release the different clips was especially useful - so I didn't need to blunder around and break a clip or something. Thank you so much! My car is now working again (the horn works.. it had stopped working which is why I needed to do the repair). There was another video I saw that talked about the importance of disconnecting the battery first - and letting it sit 15 min before doing the repair (so you may want to include that). Also, with the Prius, I didn't think about leaving the trunk open... and with the electricity disconnected when it was time to reconnect the battery I couldn't open the trunk (needed to crawl back there to reconnect). There was a bit of a spark on initial try to reconnect battery - I was concerned I might have shorted something - but all the electrical worked fine despite that. Again, thanks so much for video guidance!
got a link for the clock sping? Looking to buy one but not from Toyota OEM pricess.... please share
Great video! On my '05 4Runner Limited, there was a third Philips screw holding the bottom column shroud in place (in the middle on the bottom).
What a fantastic video. I bought a new clockspring on ebay for my 2015 4runner for $20. Had it changed out in about 30 min. Mine original had a steering angle indicator snapped into it. I had to pop it out and reuse it. I'd like to buy this guy a case of beer. The dealer quoted me $950. This is not a difficult repair. Thank you!
Thanks! You saved me $400 (OEM Clockspring cost $200. Toyota dealership quoted $600 to repair!)
superior work, my 2011 tacoma horn will only work when turning left; I might have to replace clock spring too. I feel confident doing the replacement after watching your film and not paying dealership $1,500 for labor. Thanks and God Bless.
It’s been a couple weeks. Did you complete this repair?
Thank you for this. My cruise control is now fixed
Thanks for making my life a little bit easier 👍🏼👍🏼
Really useful video and very well explained. Applied procedure to Toyota Corolla Verso which was very close match. Liked the 'window' reference you made which ensures the clock spring is centrally positioned prior to installation, otherwise clock spring could snap when turned on one of the full locks. Just been quoted £290 for a genuine Toyota part, so may have to look else where! Thanks again.
Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.
Hey Buddy I watched them all and this one is sooo superior!!! I was quoted $1000 dollars to fix my horn problem in my Forerunner. After this video I got this. You Rule!!!
Thanks for that Dean. I try to release as high of quality as I can with budget and time. It's good to know that it keeping up. Have a good week and a great time working on the 4Runner.
You did the best of all the other videos!!!!
Thank you Steven!!
Great video, your instruction worked perfectly. job completed right the 1st time! thank you.
Thanks Lane, I’m glad I could help you out. Stay safe.
Great video. We were able to fix our truck with your help.
Nadine C I’m so glad to here that you found it helpful and that you got the experience of fixing your own vehicle. Have an awesome Sunday and if you have to drive to work tomorrow enjoy the repair and be safe. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Great video! Thank you for taking the time to explain in detail the process.
My pleasure!
Thanks for this vid man. Really helped me out
Thank you for the detailed video! Horn was not working. I knew it was the clock spring as the horn would work intermittantly as I turned the wheel. There was an additional electrical connector on my '11 4Runner LE on the bottom of the clock spring, that was simple to disconnect and reattach to the new part.
Great!! thanks for the tip on the extra connector on the newer one. Does it have radio controls on the steering wheel?
@@ThePracticalMechanic Yes, it does :)
Very helpful. Thanks! I Changed the clock spring on my 4runner which the set up is very similar so it worked great. My cruise control had quit working but I did not have any warning lights at all. First I changed the cruise control lever and when that didn’t fix it I changed the clock spring which was the fix.
Nice work! It is always a joy to get back cruise control.
@@ThePracticalMechanic Yes for sure. Also I might add, in addition to the other two plugs there was a blue plug-in on my original clock spring that was not on the new one. It took me a few minutes to figure out it just pops off the old one and fits on the back of the new one.
Any idea what that blue plug does?
Thanks
Definitely a weak part on this gen of Tacomas. I am about to change mine for the second time... first time was covered by warranty. Ty for the help!!!
Wow excellent great detail, best I have seen. Thanks
Awesome video. My cruise control was working intermittently (barely). Used your video to replace the clockspring, which I purchased online OEM for $30, and saved myself a $600 bill, which was quoted from the dealer. Had it finished and working beautifully in 40 minutes! Thank you!
can you please tell me where you got it oem for 30? I need one too
@@Raymndx It was on Ebay. Type in your model, year, and OEM. That's how it popped up for me. And it did show up in a Lexus box.
Perfect video. Thanks for taking the time to make it!
My pleasure!
Thank you for this video! Fixed my issue. 2010 taco with stereo controls, horn, airbag, and cruise control routed through the clock spring. Horn didn't work. Airbag light was on, but truck had no codes. Cruise control still worked. Swapped out clock spring per your great detailed instructions. Everything works. Thanks again.
Great to hear!! It always nice to get the horn back because it always seems like you need it when it’s broke.
Hello. Where did you buy yours and how much did you pay. ? I need to get mine done this week but don’t feel like paying the dealers ridiculous price tag
Very helpful and thorough, thank you!!
Great video!!! Thanks for posting it!!!
Very informative! 👍🏻👍🏻
Great video thank you! But I did have to remove the steering sensor from the old clock spring and put on the new one. There are videos on TH-cam for this as well !
Nice video, I think you forgot to include the steering wheel nut torque spec. However this video will help me in my quest to try to fix my cruise control issue on my 05. Thanks.
Shoot. I forgot to add that in. 50N.m or 37 ft.lbs. Gotta update the description now. Thanks for the heads up.
Great video, made the job easy thanks!
One thing you missed is separating the steering angle sensor from the old clock spring and attaching to the new clock spring...everything else was spot on.
Nice you did a good job made it look easy
Thanks for the video. It took me about 30 minutes or so to change it out while watching how you did it. No Steering wheel puller needed. I went with the OEM Toyota replacement. In my experience with over 7 Toyota's I follow 1 rule that was past on to me by a wise man; it is a safe bet to use aftermarket for everything except electrical components, only use OEM for electrical... period. This way you will not have the headache of having to do it twice. Because you will. Thanks for the tutorial.
Nice job! I would install OEM on all vehicles if that option was available but at bare minimum the electrical stuff has to be OEM if its available. Thanks for watching. I think I get to do this same job on a 4runner today. Airbag codes and light on.
@@ThePracticalMechanic 4th gen 4Runner? Did you youtuber it? If not, identical procedure to this Tacoma video?
@@pv9167 it was almost identical. The 4Runner had additional controls on the wheel and an extra plug-in but everything else was the same.
I owe this man a beer! Appreciate the tutorial! Now if you could do a timing cover leak tutorial for the 4.0L Tacoma that'd be great! 😂
Thank you!!! I hate the timing covers on these and haven't done enough of them to learn the fastest method of removal. If I end up with one for a reseal I'll try and film it.
@@ThePracticalMechanic if you're in the Austin area I have one that needs it! 😁
Awesome video ! Now I have complete confidence to tackle this on my own, and not pay a stealership !
I have no light and cruise control does not work
Excellent video!
Your the FKN MAN! Fixed my Cruise control problem... Thank you so much!
Thanks, you are very clear
Thanks! Great video!
Thank you excellent tutorial
Thanks. This helped me out. Aloha!
Hi @ThePracticalMechanic, thank you for the video, fantastic! I replaced the clock spring on my 4Runner (same procedure, just screws instead of tabs on the clock spring) with an OEM clock spring. However, a week later the clock spring creaks when I turn the wheel. Any ideas what I could have done wrong? I made sure to pull the tab and then not rotate it at all. Fortunately, the airbag light has stayed off after I replaced it. Thanks!
New supporter and New friend, nice job sir and videos presentation.
Great job!
*Dangerous* The doors open light on instrument panel is ON - meaning the battery is still connected. Factory Service Manual, Haynes & common sense says never work on air bag equipment without disconnecting the battery for at least 3 minutes. Expensive & dangerous risk. In others words don't work on Yellow Wire systems without disconnecting the battery. The rest of the video is very well done. Thanks for your efforts.
Thanks a bunch!
Good morning sir. Changed my clock spring out (2005 Tacoma) as a fix for cruise control not working. The project was easy and straight forward just as the video showed. Fixed my cruise control but introduced an air bag warning light that does not go out. Is this something that just needs to be reset because that air bag has been disconnected and reconnected possibly? Thank you for the very informative and easy to follow videos. You're saving us average guys a tone of money.
It’s possible that the air bag connectors are not fully seated or a code set while you had it apart and needs to be cleared. You can try disconnecting and reconnecting the battery to see if it clears.
@@ThePracticalMechanic Thank you for the prompt response. It was bugging me so I removed the air bag and again and reseated the connections and that took care of my problem. Works perfectly now. Thank you for the video and response. Saved me hundreds of $. Really appreciate guys like you sir!
Thank you very much.
*Extremely* useful and well edited video - I particularly liked the way you used multiple cameras and used the best shot for the area you were focusing on. Also showing the connectors, and their operation, makes it very easy to follow. I'd love to see a close up shot of cowlings etc. when they've come off too, as it makes it much easier to take apart (without damaging it!) once you can see how it fits together.
I've got to fettle a Toyota Corolla Verso whose clock spring (and drivers seat position sensor) is bringing up the airbag light, I've got a much better idea of what to do now, so thank you.
Where would I go to get hold of a service manual for a Toyota? In the UK Haynes normally does manuals for the UK models - but not for my particular model. Can civilians get the original manuals, or do you have to be a dealer?
George Mason I asked Steve over at Simply Diagnostic and he said it is hard for civilians to get repair information. Hopefully there is enough similarities with American vehicles to help you along. Here is Steve’s channel. th-cam.com/users/SimplyDiagnostics
Thanks!
just wondering why you still have power to your dash after you disconnected battery? Or is it ok to repower up after you get the actual airbag disconnected and do more work?
Thank you for the video. One question: after I put a new clockspring in for my Toyota Tacoma 2012 and pulled the orange pull tab, the orange pull tab broke in half leaving the bottom part in the clockspring. The clockspring rotates freely but will the broken orange tab's bottom part affect the performance of the clockspring? My truck's airbag light is still on after the installation. Thanks for your advice.
The orange plastic thing breaks off when you pull it. That is completely normal. I would check to make sure you plugged the airbag connectors in completely. It has to be plugged in completely before pressing in on the small internal connector lock. This secondary lock releases the shorting bar and allows operation of the airbag.
The codes should be cleared out and rechecked to see what code returns. If it’s an open circuit code it could be you connections, faulty clock spring or bad airbag. If it returns with a short circuit code it could be your connections or locking tab and very rarely the clock spring.
@@ThePracticalMechanic I pushed the yellow airbag switch/tab into the clockspring and it clicked indicating the airbag connection is secured in the clockspring. My clockspring is a generic, unbranded clockspring I got from eBay so it may not work in my Toyota Tacoma truck. I will check the code to find out.
Just confirming, will this video apply the 2011 Tacoma Prerunner with radio control on steering? TIA
Thanks for your professionalism and attention to details.
My cruise control on my 07 Tacoma stoped working, I was informed that a worn brake-light switch (located under the brake pedal) may also cause the cruise-control to malfunction as well. If this correct, how can I verify if the switch is defective? Thanks in advanced for you response.
Brake lights wont work. Had the same issue
@@winstonclyde Thanks for the tip. So you're saying that the if the switch is bad, the brake lights won't light up when braking? That's the easiest way to make sure? Thanks
@@tintinzaeem yep!
@@winstonclyde Thanks for the reply! Wasn't sure if the faulty CC switch would stop brake lights from working. I wasn't sure if it was the switch or Clockspring. My CC would light up only when turning the steering wheel 60 degrees left and right. But not when it was straightly aligned. Now doesn't even turn on anymore even steering is turned. The Clockspring must the culprit, yeah?
When the brake light switch is having some trouble, you may also notice the truck may have trouble moving the shifter in to gear/releasing from park position (automatic trucks). I replaced my brake light switch a couple times.
Tanks
You really do some fine work. Just got my first Tacoma, a 2004 , V-6 4 wheel drive with manual 5 speed. First problem? Cruise control not working. The on-off switch works and the cruise light works. So here I go! QUESTION: Are the odds in my favor that the Cruise switch has a bad switch? It feels a bit sloppy so are the odds that the new switch will fix the issue?
It is possible that the switch is bad. The cruise switch operates on a single wire through the clock spring and since you get the green cruise light the wire should be good from switch through the clock spring and to the cruise computer.
Thanks Charles for watching the cruise control and clock spring videos and good lick with the repair.
@@ThePracticalMechanic Everything else related to the clock spring that you have instructed is working. The previous owner must have used the cruise lever a lot. It feels loose. So I think I will pop in a new one. btw I lost an eye as a kid due to static electrical discharge. Your attention to that issue is much appreciated and very valuable for your viewers. I look forward to future tutorials from you.
Thanks for sharing! I think the clock spring on my toyota land cruiser 200 is bad. I changed the cruise arm but I still have the same problem, I can sometimed turn on and of the cruise control, when I get in on mode the cruise works as it should.
Sam Sweden it is possible that the clock spring has a small crack in the cruise control circuit and at certain positions it makes contact and allows the cruise button to work.
ThePracticalMechanic Thanks for reply! Yes this is what I hope👍🏼😬😉
Great video. Why do you think they removed the Red dead center indicator? it's 2023 and i can't find anyone talking about it. Does it matter if you assume/conduct the 2.5 turns process?
I wish they still did. I remember the older Chryslers had a clear window with a yellow disc that was visible if the clockspring was centered.
If the airbag light comes on, there is a recall for it that I found. I have to replace my clock spring on my 2011, but because the airbag light doesn't come on, Toyota said it's not part of the recall. I found the part on Amazon for $30. The same part from Toyota, NAPA and Bumper to Bumper is $450-650
can you please send me the link?
@@Raymndx I'm in Canada so the link for Amazon might not work if you're in the states. For my 2011 Tacoma it was part # 84306-0E010 and they range between $18-50 on average. The ones that come from China said they will take about 2-3 months to arrive (but also with covid it could be like 6-8 months). Try to find a seller that ships from the USA
Mine has a second clock spring clipped into the back of the one you show ,my new one did not come with the second one and my airbag light is still on also cruise does not work. Any suggestions
You have to transfer that piece to the new clock spring, I just changed mine today and it was the same way so I just transfered that piece and done, everything works fine
Do you know the difference between the 84306-0E010 and 84306-48030? Is the 0E0 just an updated part number?
Hi, quick question: at first I noticed that cruise control switch wasn't working. When I turned the steering wheel in both directions, I tested the switch and the CC light came on. It never came on when the steering wheel was aligned. A few days later, the CC light doesn't turn on at all even when I try to turn the steering wheel. Any ideas? Do you think it could be clock spring? Horn works fine and no air bag light either. I have 08' Tacoma V6 if that helps. Thanks so much.
I have the same problem. Like to see the answer!
not sure if you will see this comment, but I noticed u reconnected the battery(since dashboard light is on), is it fine to do that before everything is installed? Or the battery disconnect was just until the airbag is removed, then reconnected after removal?
do you have the link to buy the part.
Will this work for the vsc code?
Hi there my cruise control works and there is no airbag light, but my horn has stop working only when I turn in on certain angles. Even if my airbag lights not on could my problem still be the clock spring? Thanks !!
Absolutely!! There are several flat wires wrapped in a spiral inside the clock spring. The horn wire probably has a very small break and works most of the time but fails to make contact at certain angles.
@@ThePracticalMechanic Thanks for getting back to me thought exactly that!
Similar problem..Cruise and Horn won't work but no airbag light and all the other steering wheel controls work...Did the clock spring fix your problem?
So my 05 taco horn became faulty and would honk every time i would turn it, yes airbags have deployed but haven'tt replaced it, would changing the clockspring fix this? All my steering wheel controls work, the horn would even turn on during the night by itself.
Many time the clock spring can fail internally after airbag activation. The horn pad and contacts may have been damaged as well. Since the airbag has deployed you remove the airbag and unhook the horn contact and then see if it still acts up.
@@ThePracticalMechanic alright thank you!!!
Do you know the difference between the clock spring with and without steering wheel controls/ cruise control? They all look the same