SAS problem and ABS light?

Tiny
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I recently replaced my clockspring following directions from someone with experience. Then I tried to calibrate the SAS with my OBD2 and it won't go through it seems. And then my ABS light randomly turned on after I accidentally did an ABS component test.
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 AT 3:27 PM

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Tiny
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Note: found out why the abs light is on, turns out there's a components test that needs to be finished but when I try to finish it it doesn't finish.
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Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024 AT 7:17 PM
Tiny
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We need to check the codes to see what's going out, this video can help. to me it sounds like the clock spring is defective or not installed correctly.

https://youtu.be/HvooM1X2SDs?si=FO9z92BvSGo6ZuYH

Also, did you clear the codes once the repair was done? Here is how to install the clock spring correctly. I see the steering angle sensor is integrated into the spiral wire as well which will light the ABS light. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.

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Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 AT 10:07 AM
Tiny
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I will be able to add images when I'm off work, but I think I may have installed it wrong, if that's the case do I need to buy a new clockspring or can I take it apart and put it back in the right way? Also please let me know what you need pictures of.
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Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 AT 12:05 PM
Tiny
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You should be able to remove it and install it correctly. Is it an OEM part? You can upload images or videos of anything you have a question about.
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Friday, October 4th, 2024 AT 10:46 AM
Tiny
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Okay, when I start this task after you answer these questions, and I'm 99% sure it's OEM I'll double check when I pull it out. How do I put it back correctly and do I need to do something before I install it the right way?
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Friday, October 4th, 2024 AT 12:39 PM
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I would read over the instructions which will show you how the job is done. Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions which can help:

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

Please go over this guide and get back to us.

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Saturday, October 5th, 2024 AT 9:00 AM

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