After putting my 16" spare tire on my headlights, steering wheel radio controls, my key fobs, and automatic locks have stopped working

2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
76,000 MILES • 6.0L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CONNER M WARD
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I got a flat tire on my 20" wheels, my spare is 16". After putting my spare on my steering wheel controls, my key fobs to lock and unlock my car, my automatic headlights and high beams, and my automatic door locks have stopped working. Could these be correlated or is my clock spring going out?
Jul 27, 2019 at 10:55 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Hi Connor,

These are not related at all. These are one of the unfortunate coincidences that makes you question if they could be related. However, your instincts are correct that they are not and most likely your clockspring is failing as you stated. Let me know if you need anything else. Thanks
Jul 28, 2019 at 6:24 PM
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