clock spring

1994 FORD F-150
425,000 MILES • 5.0L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JDNDON
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Had to install new power steering gear forgot to remove negative battery cable. After installation cranked and will idle but will not accelerate. Could I have damaged the clock spring during installation of power steering gear?
May 20, 2018 at 5:50 PM
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Yes, the clock spring can be damaged when doing the steering box. Did you turn the wheel a bunch of times? This will do it. Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/steering-wheel-clock-spring-removal

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
May 24, 2018 at 12:39 PM