I have no clue as to why anyone would thumbs down this video! This was an excellent in-depth how to video step by step and I appreciate you posting it thank you!
My Nissan Qashqai's cruise hasn't been working for the past 7 - 8 months, taken car to different garages and they kept saying issue was with button. Took the car to a friends garage and got told to buy this specific part (one seen being changed in the video) was able to find it and buy it on eBay for £30. Replaced the part using this video. Very useful, Thank you.
Was looking for the size of the nut to remove the steering wheel, watched the rest of the video and found it very helpful. That man deserves a nice cold beer.
@6:34 This is the steering angle sensor. Make sure you do not rotate the inner white bit (use tape to lock in place) and orientate it back onto the replacement clockspring. If you do this the replacement will be plug and play. If the Steering Angle Sensor is rotated, it will cause your VRD to fail when driving and the only way to sort the issue is to have the SAS re-calibrated.
Thanks for this! I have problems with the horn and other functions - they only work when I turn. Ordered a clock spring and will definitely be following your instructions on the safety lock!!!
@@ziggassedup thanks! I managed to replace it and the horn works perfectly, but because I played it safe and disconnected the battery, I got locked out of the radio which is fine, but more worryingly is the fuel gauge is now showing full even though I know it should be half a tank. Any idea? Thanks again.
@@ziggassedup I reset the computer by disconnecting the battery for 15 minutes and the gauge went back to normal 😅. It's quite annoying to have such an important gauge on the computer like that...
I remember going to GM training classes for air bags back in the 90s. The procedure they give is to disconnect the battery, then pull the fuse,then have one of those ground straps around your wrist. Then you can carefully remove the bag. Now carrying it with the bag away from you, lay it bag up on a non metalic bench. Install a saftey barrier 10 feet from the bag and a crossing gaurd to help people pass safely!!! lol. They were SO worried about them going off with static electricity. I've never seen non had a problem working it hot like you do. Nothing to worry about when working on an air bag system. The only thing to remember is that the circuit carries a 36 volt current. The DERM module has a capacitor that hold 36 volts for the 36 volt loop even after the battery has been disconnected. Thats why they say disconnect the battery and wait an hour to give the circuit time to discharge before working on the system. But time is money and I say work it hot!!! Keep Rocking!!!
Yeah Pat I remember those safety deals with a leg rope earth and such...There's nothing unsafe with working on them Hot...Never had one go off...Yet...lol
Thanks mate! Disconnecting the cables from the clockspring pissed me off a bit..didn’t know the grey cable was supposed to come out first. Probs should have watched a bit further into the video haha
Also for anyone that’s looking to clear the airbag light without the scanner: 1. Turn ignition on. 2. Wait until the airbag light goes off (before it starts blinking again). 3. Immediately turn ignition off and wait 5 seconds. 4. Repeat steps 1-3 five more times. 5. Start her up and the code should now be off permanently.
The first clock spring I had any dealings with was a 90's Ford Pickup, interesting experience back then...ha ha . The Nissan has come along ways from then. I feel sorry for the next person needs those parts, they are out of luck. Nice job showing the install Zig, enjoy your week
Cheers for the helpful video, appreciate it a lot. I was wondering if the number under the big J8 is the actual part number. I'm trying to order the right spare part but just can't seem to find the part number on my Qashqai J10. Any help is appreciated. 🙏
Hi thanks for the informative video, my g/f car has this flashing airbag light as well will changing this clock spring fix this issue or does it need a particular code for the clock spring to be the cause would appreciate any assistance? Thanks Frank
Cheers mate...9/10 times the clockspring will affect the horn or the audio controls as well as the airbag...I suggest you have someone scan the system before you do the clockspring thing...Does the light flash in a pattern or just random.?
@@ziggassedup hi thanks for your reply it first threw this dtc - B1049 DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE[ OPENI we cleared with a scan tool The it threw the same code back up after the engine was switched off and restarted, not sure if there are any other issues such as horn or cruise control functions
Hi, i have a problem that flashing air bag and horn toots when I press cruise control on, obd fault codes B1049 .my car nissan nv 200 model 2012, thank you
Nice one. Quick question : Can you clear the error code by turning the ignition on 3 times or do you need the code machine to do it ?. Nissan Dualis, Rogue, Qashqai all the same
Much appreciated!! This video really was detailed and helped me to install the clock spring on my 2008 rogue. Too bad I accidentally rotated the angle sensor to fit the new one and now the traction control affects take off after start up and the lights come on throwing a error C1143....is there any way I can fix this without “recalibration” as these forums are saying?? Thank you again greatly!
Great video Zig! Hey Zig I've been having the same issue with the clock spring needing to be replaced as it's causing the airbag light to flash endlessly. It's true that these clock springs yave been out of stock lately in Au and will need to source out from online market. Just an important question, is the "airbag spiral cable clock spring" same as the "spiral airbag clock spring?" Just want to make sure before purchasing it. Thanks in advance! 👍🏼
people keep an eye on the steering wheel angle sensor (black thing) you change from old part to new one..Do not rotate.otherwise, when finished, the car will show an abs esp system error. three yellow lights open.try to put it back as like was on old part. Ljudi koje menjaju ovo jako je jednostavno samo pazite na senzor ugla volana da ga ne okrecete..nego samo prebacite sa stare spulne na novu tako da zubi sednu u spulnu..U suprotnom cete po startovanju auta imati problem sa ABS i ESP sistemom..auto ce prijavljivati gresku..
Did you find that out the hard way.?..There is warning stickers on the new unit and there is a safety lock that disengages once the Clockspring is installed.
@ZIGgassedUP, So as long as that removable locking piece isn't removed until you're ready to put the steering wheel back on, you shouldn't have troubles with the steering angle sensor???? I gotta do my wife's t31 X-Trail and the steering angle error worries me, if I fuc it up can I still drive the car to a mechanic to clear the error codes?
I came back to this video to say that. Do watch out for the SAS. When I put it on the first time I must have rotated the SAS a turn to make it fit in the slots and the ESP light came on when the wheel was turned to the right. Had to do it again to get sensor on correctly. If you have the Nissan software it doesn't really matter because you can just calibrate it, but I didn't have it.
I am planning to change the clock spring myself. The steering produces some funny sounds while turning and the whole left panel of commands on the wheel does not work. Is it for sure the clock spring, and are the error messages occurring always or in some cases?
That's a difficult one mate...Generally when the clockspring fails all the steering wheel buttons and horn stop working as well as an SRS light on the dash....Cheers
what is a "clock spring" ? I have had to take that shroud off my Subarus from time to time, they area a bear to get back together , I bought my last Subaru as a parts car, it had been hit in the front and popped the air bags,, I decided to drive the car, it wasn't badly damaged in the front, I put good air bags in but the light still don't go out, I never checked the fuse , I guess it might be that.
MissouriOldTimer The clock spring hard wires all the steering wheel controls. When the horn was the only thing that had to work when the steering wheel moved it was often wired with a contact that brushed on a disk. Once the airbag was added to the steering wheel the quality of the connection needed to be improved so it, and all those controls on a modern steering wheel, run thru a clock spring. This is a retractable wiring harness that is inside the drum he removes from behind the wheel. What he does on this car is make sure the car is pointing straight ahead when this is removed and installed. There is no extra wire and if it isn’t timed correctly you can destroy the wiring in the clock spring by turning to the short side.
And to add my two cents. The reason it's called a "clock spring " is because when you look down at the ribbon of wire coiled up, it looks like a clock spring. There's no actual spring inside of this part. Just a flat ribbon of wire coiled up so it can coil tighter when you turn the wheel one way and loosen the other. Keep Rocking!!!
ZIGgassedUP have to admit at times such jobs can break the monotony and make it interesting, I do love learning minus the pressure of course. I was glad you put the vid up though and to read comments explaining what the clock wheel consists of.
You've done a lot? My vdc and no slip light is on after replacing clockspring. Horn, airbag and steering wheels controls work again. Do i need to get it calibrated or did I do something wrong??
I have no clue as to why anyone would thumbs down this video! This was an excellent in-depth how to video step by step and I appreciate you posting it thank you!
I appreciate that!
My Nissan Qashqai's cruise hasn't been working for the past 7 - 8 months, taken car to different garages and they kept saying issue was with button.
Took the car to a friends garage and got told to buy this specific part (one seen being changed in the video) was able to find it and buy it on eBay for £30. Replaced the part using this video. Very useful, Thank you.
You're welcome mate.
Was looking for the size of the nut to remove the steering wheel, watched the rest of the video and found it very helpful. That man deserves a nice cold beer.
Glad it helped...Cheers for the beers.
Superb. Video tells you how it is no beating about the bush no waffle well done matey keep posting
Glad I could help you mate...Cheers.
@6:34 This is the steering angle sensor. Make sure you do not rotate the inner white bit (use tape to lock in place) and orientate it back onto the replacement clockspring. If you do this the replacement will be plug and play. If the Steering Angle Sensor is rotated, it will cause your VRD to fail when driving and the only way to sort the issue is to have the SAS re-calibrated.
Excellent advise mate.
Many thanks for taking the time to make this video. You have no idea how many hours of time and frustration you have saved me😂
You're welcome!
Nice one man. You just saved me a lot of time and possible frustration figuring it out myself.
You're welcome Mr Cellophane...Cheers mate.
Thanks for this! I have problems with the horn and other functions - they only work when I turn. Ordered a clock spring and will definitely be following your instructions on the safety lock!!!
You're welcome. Good luck 👍.
@@ziggassedup thanks! I managed to replace it and the horn works perfectly, but because I played it safe and disconnected the battery, I got locked out of the radio which is fine, but more worryingly is the fuel gauge is now showing full even though I know it should be half a tank. Any idea? Thanks again.
@@waniselabbar746 Sorry no..That's a new one on me...A scan may give the answer.
@@ziggassedup I reset the computer by disconnecting the battery for 15 minutes and the gauge went back to normal 😅. It's quite annoying to have such an important gauge on the computer like that...
Just replaced my Dualis’ +2. Thanks mate for this Vid, saved me a lot of $$$
You're welcome mate...Cheers.
Thanks to the man from down under 👍
No problem...Cheers mate.
Great stuff mate , followed the steps and just need to clear with scanner now👍
Cheers mate...Glad to help.
I remember going to GM training classes for air bags back in the 90s. The procedure they give is to disconnect the battery, then pull the fuse,then have one of those ground straps around your wrist. Then you can carefully remove the bag. Now carrying it with the bag away from you, lay it bag up on a non metalic bench. Install a saftey barrier 10 feet from the bag and a crossing gaurd to help people pass safely!!! lol. They were SO worried about them going off with static electricity. I've never seen non had a problem working it hot like you do. Nothing to worry about when working on an air bag system. The only thing to remember is that the circuit carries a 36 volt current. The DERM module has a capacitor that hold 36 volts for the 36 volt loop even after the battery has been disconnected. Thats why they say disconnect the battery and wait an hour to give the circuit time to discharge before working on the system. But time is money and I say work it hot!!! Keep Rocking!!!
Yeah Pat I remember those safety deals with a leg rope earth and such...There's nothing unsafe with working on them Hot...Never had one go off...Yet...lol
Perfect video very clear what needs to be done...
Glad it helped...Cheers.
You sure made quick work of that. Nice job Zig!
Piece of cake Jeff...Cheers mate.
Thanks mate! Disconnecting the cables from the clockspring pissed me off a bit..didn’t know the grey cable was supposed to come out first. Probs should have watched a bit further into the video haha
Also for anyone that’s looking to clear the airbag light without the scanner:
1. Turn ignition on.
2. Wait until the airbag light goes off (before it starts blinking again).
3. Immediately turn ignition off and wait 5 seconds.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 five more times.
5. Start her up and the code should now be off permanently.
Glad you got it sorted...Cheers.
The first clock spring I had any dealings with was a 90's Ford Pickup, interesting experience back then...ha ha . The Nissan has come along ways from then. I feel sorry for the next person needs those parts, they are out of luck. Nice job showing the install Zig, enjoy your week
Thanks Lloyd...I'll bet you were nervous with your first...
What a brilliant tutorial..top job
Thank you.!.. Cheers.
Just got one luckily last week from Ferntree Gully Nissan
Sweet...Now you know what to do with it...Cheers mate.
Brilliant detailed video. 👍
Glad it helped...Cheers mate.
Cheers for the helpful video, appreciate it a lot. I was wondering if the number under the big J8 is the actual part number. I'm trying to order the right spare part but just can't seem to find the part number on my Qashqai J10. Any help is appreciated. 🙏
Sorry I can't say for sure.
Hi thanks for the informative video, my g/f car has this flashing airbag light as well will changing this clock spring fix this issue or does it need a particular code for the clock spring to be the cause would appreciate any assistance? Thanks Frank
Cheers mate...9/10 times the clockspring will affect the horn or the audio controls as well as the airbag...I suggest you have someone scan the system before you do the clockspring thing...Does the light flash in a pattern or just random.?
@@ziggassedup hi thanks for your reply it first threw this dtc - B1049 DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE[ OPENI we cleared with a scan tool
The it threw the same code back up after the engine was switched off and restarted, not sure if there are any other issues such as horn or cruise control functions
Thanks for sharing! Helped me a lot!
You're welcome.
Thank you
You're welcome
Strewth mate you do help out 👍🏻!!
I try.
Thank you!!
You're welcome Ivan.
Good vid thanks
No problem 👍
Great video 👏🏼👍🏼 Our Dualis, the cruise control doesn’t work at all. It won’t even turn on. Would that be the clock spring do you think?
Every chance that's the problem. Cheers mate. ✌️
Great vid, really helpful!
Glad it helped!
Good day Zig. Anyone who owns this car can now do his own work. Nice job.
I'm a big fan of DYI..Cheers mate.
Good stuff Ziggy, had to do the same thing with my 2000 F350
It's pretty simple..Cheers Ron.
Hi, i have a problem that flashing air bag and horn toots when I press cruise control on, obd fault codes B1049 .my car nissan nv 200 model 2012, thank you
Sounds like a clockspring problem...Cheers.
@@ziggassedup thank you very much then i should replace new one
Brilliant!
You're welcome.
Thanks , i fix my horn doing the clock spring change on nissan rougue 2012
Happy days.
Nice one. Quick question : Can you clear the error code by turning the ignition on 3 times or do you need the code machine to do it ?. Nissan Dualis, Rogue, Qashqai all the same
Yes you'll need to clear the code with a scanner...Cheers.
Much appreciated!! This video really was detailed and helped me to install the clock spring on my 2008 rogue. Too bad I accidentally rotated the angle sensor to fit the new one and now the traction control affects take off after start up and the lights come on throwing a error C1143....is there any way I can fix this without “recalibration” as these forums are saying?? Thank you again greatly!
Has to be reset.
ZIGgassedUP so I have to actually bring it to a dealer/mechanic to get that done?
Hi...I own a Nissan Rogue 08 with no horn, no cruise control, radio comes and goes...does this could be the Clock spring?
Yes sir..Clock spring.
Nicely done Zig with a great explanation of your steps! Keep up the good work! 😀👍
Cheers Terry.
Nicely done , never heard of any of them Nissan models . It's like your in a different part of the world or something.
Most all Nissans over the last 10 years are the same set up Steve...Of course you would have to swap seats for your country.
Great video Zig! Hey Zig I've been having the same issue with the clock spring needing to be replaced as it's causing the airbag light to flash endlessly. It's true that these clock springs yave been out of stock lately in Au and will need to source out from online market. Just an important question, is the "airbag spiral cable clock spring" same as the "spiral airbag clock spring?" Just want to make sure before purchasing it. Thanks in advance! 👍🏼
Yes it is Tim..Cheers mate.
@@ziggassedup perfect, thanks Zig! 🔥
Thanks bro
You're welcome mate.
Whenever i need i check this one proper way removing ❤❤❤
people keep an eye on the steering wheel angle sensor (black thing) you change from old part to new one..Do not rotate.otherwise, when finished, the car will show an abs esp system error. three yellow lights open.try to put it back as like was on old part.
Ljudi koje menjaju ovo jako je jednostavno samo pazite na senzor ugla volana da ga ne okrecete..nego samo prebacite sa stare spulne na novu tako da zubi sednu u spulnu..U suprotnom cete po startovanju auta imati problem sa ABS i ESP sistemom..auto ce prijavljivati gresku..
Did you find that out the hard way.?..There is warning stickers on the new unit and there is a safety lock that disengages once the Clockspring is installed.
@@ziggassedup it was my fault. i took off the safety lock before installing 🤔
@ZIGgassedUP, So as long as that removable locking piece isn't removed until you're ready to put the steering wheel back on, you shouldn't have troubles with the steering angle sensor????
I gotta do my wife's t31 X-Trail and the steering angle error worries me, if I fuc it up can I still drive the car to a mechanic to clear the error codes?
@@Lazzaro187 It'll still drive it need the steering angle reset but if you pay attention you'll be fine..
I came back to this video to say that. Do watch out for the SAS. When I put it on the first time I must have rotated the SAS a turn to make it fit in the slots and the ESP light came on when the wheel was turned to the right. Had to do it again to get sensor on correctly. If you have the Nissan software it doesn't really matter because you can just calibrate it, but I didn't have it.
Do you need to recalibrate the steering angle sensor after doing this?
No...I just reset the SRS light..Cheers.
I am planning to change the clock spring myself. The steering produces some funny sounds while turning and the whole left panel of commands on the wheel does not work. Is it for sure the clock spring, and are the error messages occurring always or in some cases?
That's a difficult one mate...Generally when the clockspring fails all the steering wheel buttons and horn stop working as well as an SRS light on the dash....Cheers
Great video!
Thanks mate.
too easy mate. Gettin that airbag off would have stumped me for sure. cheers Zig.
Cheers Vic..It was a tricky one so I thought someone else may want to know that bit.
Is that the reason why my steering wheel is making wird noises???
Could be.
Can we use aftermarket clock spring???
If one is available yes you can.
I did this on my 2008 qashqai, it fixed the horn but now the esp off light stays on and one of the brakes seizes whilst driving.. any ideas?
That's stability control...You'll need to scan it and see what the issue is.
Hi love your work where are you located?
Cheers mate...Sydney outer west.
Nice work Zig!
It may help someone out sometime..Cheers Jeff.
Good job Zig. All that so they can change the volume on the stereo without touching the stereo
People are spoilt now days...Cheers Badger.
I have nissan lafesta 2006 and i dont know what enter button doing can you tell me?
I think you need to read the owners hand book...
The Man!
Cheers mate.
What would this roughly cost a sucker like me?
Well done Ziggy. Have a goodie
Cheers Ronnie...You too.
Tkss
What's that stand for.?
Thanksss my friend !!!
wow you make it look so easy..
It is Dan.
Zig, what is the on/off switch on your steering wheel?
Cruise control.
great job where did you get clock spring from I need one
Thanks mate..We got the clock spring from Nissan.
Thanks for the information
Hi love your work where are you located l need the same done on my car same model 👍
We did this and clock spring broke was told we didn't align properly altho we did everything in this video?? Says nothing about aligning in video.
That's a bugger mate. The other people seemed to get through it with no problems.
thumbs up and shared good job buddy
Cheers Drew.
what is a "clock spring" ? I have had to take that shroud off my Subarus from time to time, they area a bear to get back together , I bought my last Subaru as a parts car, it had been hit in the front and popped the air bags,, I decided to drive the car, it wasn't badly damaged in the front, I put good air bags in but the light still don't go out, I never checked the fuse , I guess it might be that.
MissouriOldTimer The clock spring hard wires all the steering wheel controls. When the horn was the only thing that had to work when the steering wheel moved it was often wired with a contact that brushed on a disk. Once the airbag was added to the steering wheel the quality of the connection needed to be improved so it, and all those controls on a modern steering wheel, run thru a clock spring. This is a retractable wiring harness that is inside the drum he removes from behind the wheel. What he does on this car is make sure the car is pointing straight ahead when this is removed and installed. There is no extra wire and if it isn’t timed correctly you can destroy the wiring in the clock spring by turning to the short side.
Good answer.
And to add my two cents. The reason it's called a "clock spring " is because when you look down at the ribbon of wire coiled up, it looks like a clock spring. There's no actual spring inside of this part. Just a flat ribbon of wire coiled up so it can coil tighter when you turn the wheel one way and loosen the other. Keep Rocking!!!
I'm old fashioned , I liked the dimmer switch on the floor and all the other controls on the dash,,lol
Instrument fitter as well, being a mechanic these days is slightly more complex
All in a days work mate.
ZIGgassedUP have to admit at times such jobs can break the monotony and make it interesting, I do love learning minus the pressure of course. I was glad you put the vid up though and to read comments explaining what the clock wheel consists of.
I was going to ask if the turn sig switch was on the right. We have them on the left here.
I wondered that too.
horn doesn't works what should i do
Fix it or use the finger but seriously,have you checked anything.?
@@ziggassedup dear the whole audio buttons plus horn doesn't works and the part which need to change are not available here in pakistan
i have opened that but i dont know what to do?
Nice work
Cheers Matt.
I did a lot of clock springs from stolen recovery's and wrecked cars for the body shops
Clockspring failure here is pretty common.
You've done a lot? My vdc and no slip light is on after replacing clockspring. Horn, airbag and steering wheels controls work again. Do i need to get it calibrated or did I do something wrong??
My 94 Explorer went through two clock springs. I sold it needing a third.
Were you doing lots of slideways action on the steering wheel Steve.?
ZIGgassedUP I will always prefer to drive sideways. This vehicle was a wrecked rebuild. No airbag.
nice fix
Cheers Rob.
Clock springs can be a proverbial main
Depends on what side of the airbag you are Gaz.
"Pain" I meant and yes that's a good point mate
Airbags.....don't you love em (grin) Nice fix though.
A pretty common problem on lots of vehicles...I've never owned a vehicle with airbags or ABS Malc..Cheers mate..
Ha ha. Except for my field bangers, neither have I.
A lot to know when taking on that type of job.
Not really Terry...I've never had one go off on me yet.