Jeep Wranglers #1 Problem Fixed!! How To Replace A Clock Spring

[@garyinman5400]

This is the type of content needed, things to help the little gut save money.

[@JasonSmith-xo9qr]

Nice tip on touching the battery terminals together. Very well put together how to.

[@MrStaybrown]

I purchased a used 2010 jku Rubicon, in Colorado. Then I took it into the local dealership in NM to get it checked for recalls, and the clock spring was a recall item. They took it to the shop, and it came back out in an hour, all no charge.

[@BillyBoulder]

Same here. Had to wait 3 months because the parts were back ordered. Must have been a big run on them.

[@alansmith5604]

Great video Colt. FYI turn the steering wheel lock to lock and back to center on start for relearn. This will get the computer to acquire new data to reset dash lights. If you should continue to have issues check the steering angle with a scanner. The steering angle has to be 0 degrees or system will not function correctly. If angle is off adjust draglink. I hope this helps someone it took me months of research to fix my JKU.

[@jamesbigham9036]

Good morning Colt I really like the idea that you do how to videos that can help people and save them a lot of money. I wish more people would do stuff like this to be honest a lot of people aren't made of money and can't just go buy brand new or take to the dealer

[@SCWanderer]

This doesn't help my 97, but it'll certainly help others. Keep these coming. I like to learn from KZbin University as much as I turn off my brain to be entertained. Thanks

[@pjstapleton417]

My dads jeep was in and out of the shop for months! It was this problem!! Wished i had of seen this Ellery... they charged him all together $4k. I have been watching your channel for a while. Please keep up the good work!!!

[@floydstowe]

Always good to know a easier cheaper way to do things on your vehicle

[@George71964]

Smart move. I always love "beating the system " when it comes to auto repair.

[@tonyellis124]

Just a tip-After you put it back together turn the key on then go out nd hook up the battery. That way if it blows your not in front of it, And also set it aside with the bag facing up that way incase of a accidental deployment it won't get air born

[@robertr4193]

Nice information to know about the clock spring replacement as well of the tip with touching the battery terminals together after they are disconnected.

[@drumorrison7625]

I have never owned a Jeep but if this is a common problem I would be able to fix it myself now for sure!!! Thx for sharing.

[@mikeanderson9922]

Im very inpressed with your knowlege of these newer jk wranglers nobody has this kind of knowledge in florida i hVe issues on my 2013 jk wrangler i need your help please p0349 code Circuit intermittant doesnt come on all the time😢

[@GeorgeKalpakidis]

Colt, you saved me, not only the head ache but also the money. So glad I watched your video.

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

I absolutely hate those damn clock springs

[@FORCE_PBC]

Damn… I had no idea. Colt maybe a touch of light and bringing the camera closer to the underneath when showing the clips or screws would be helpful for the once a year backyard mechanic. But overall your saving people a lot of frustration and money. I’m going to look for a broken one to buy now. Lol. Have a good day bud. 👊

[@cindiheslin6782]

Thanks Colt. 2014 Wrangler owner here and so far so good. 🤞

[@jeffbville1]

Have a 2014 JKU. Never seen or heard of this problem. Never seen a steering wheel removed. I am gaining a lot of respect for your channel. Very well presented instruction. Not something I would like to face, but you made it a little less scary. Keep it up!

[@bradb4656]

The dash lights just came on and the cruise quit working. Lasted the drive home then went away. Timing of your video was perfect. Sounds like a clock spring on my 2017 Rubicon is in my future. Thanks Colt

[@BryanSteele-k3t]

Thanks for the video. Had the same problems. Showed everything that I needed to do. Took about hour and a half. For me. But all in all. Fixed the problem. Again thank you for the help

[@gregsavernik3650]

I get nervous about replacing the clock springs on any car! That discharge practice is golden when you grounded the positive lead. I don’t like the airbag going off either!!

[@Dondon6x7]

Just having "JEEP" logos on anything makes it much more pricey! Nice to know there are places to go and find info for DYI. Thanks for taking the time to put this out there.

[@sumo_steve45]

Well done Brother. You're educating people on how to live life better. Information is power Colt!!!!

[@carry45calsw]

Good info here. Always good to save some money on repairs that most can handle.

[@scotshaver]

I’m new to my Wrangler, having it less than a year at this point. Thanks for the schooling, shop work as much as field work. I’ve learned so much from guys like you, Matt’s Off-road, Bleeping Jeep, Rory, and Robby Layton. Keep up the great content!

[@DamBigDigger]

Thank you, Sir. These tips that you're teaching us are really helping us Shade Tree Mechanics. I've been watching you for a while now. Your video on changing a transfer case into a doubler or adding a doubler to it, helped me a lot. Thank you.

[@CounterproductiveproductionDIY]

Great video Colt. “Colt Kills It”!

[@RyanPalmer-s2f]

I don't own a jeep but love your content.

[@christopherthompson4359]

Videos like this will get your channel to grow big time. Keep 'em comin.

[@Patriot_dad]

Great video. I get a shudder every once in awhile when turning and braking on a right hand turn. Also when hitting potholes or a rough road my traction control light pops on. I think you solved my mystery issue. Thxs again 👍

[@MrStaybrown]

Replace the hubs, too. These jeeps are so easy to work on.

[@BillyBoulder]

Great info Thanks. Last year (mid 2023) I had my 2010 fixed for this on a recall. (Free) They told me the recall had been extended because so many needed it and parts were slow in coming. They also told me not all 2010’s meet the recall so your instructions are well needed.

[@marylunsford6680]

Love this content!!! It's gonna be so fun to see your channel develop!! We so appreciate your heart to help others, Colt! ❤

[@coltbuildsit]

Thanks so much!!

[@aaronscott2278]

I’ve noticed the big problem with the dodge pentastar engines is the lifters and cam issues they start a little tick and gets worse the roller needle bearings fail great video !

[@bluerhino_jk]

Yep. Pentastar tick. Had to replace one of my cams and all my rockers last year.

[@shawnennis1443]

Great information, had the same problem on my jk, did same thing you did, glad you shared the info with everyone, always good to pass it on, save some money on parts not to mention labor, $50 is a whole lot cheaper than $ 1000 at a dealer

[@TheMototyme]

Like how you walk through each step and explain what you are doing. Very good.

[@eriksundstrom9503]

Dude you’re like Macgyver with this stuff! Great video man!

[@coltbuildsit]

Wow, thanks!

[@TyroneNorman-j2i]

Great channel Colt, these subjects are truly helpful and for those of us that do not mind getting into it, Must commend you on how you simply explain the processes Well done Mate !!

[@coltbuildsit]

I appreciate that!

[@dennisjones1614]

Thank you! Also, the writing down the info for the oil change under the hood - brilliant. Mine is written on a pad of paper in the garage that I can never find.

[@DanielB-py1yi]

I love these types of instructional videos, even when I will never have this car.

[@lars9604]

I'm on my third clock spring. This video is gold!

[@Ring-a-ging]

This type of instructional tutorial is one of the greatest benefits of KZbin. Although I'm not ever going to do this particular repair procedure, I am impressed with how you laid out the repair steps and added coherent and thoughtful commentary. Nice Job!!

[@oldbakedpotato]

You deserve your own channel. Good luck.

[@RichardBrabham]

Mine is a 2019 but your information is very helpful on where to start.

[@brianward3944]

Good stuff! That's the kind of 'how to' video to help avoid the diy headaches. Looking forward to more of it. Thanks Colt!

[@coltoncollier4169]

I have 2016 JKU and they change it just a little bit. The bag is is held on by a couple of little bolts hid on the sides. I also picked up my clock spring from eBay and it was identical to the factory one I replaced, right down to the numbers imprinted one each other. Keep up the great work. Really loving the new channel.

[@gravydavy68]

Great video, Colt! Now I might look for a cheap Jeep that someone’s selling because they don’t want to spend the money to fix!

[@loriendastafford1760]

Thanks so much for sharing this information!! I have a 2010 doing those very things but I have to admit, this seems a little intimating! You make things look so easy and I admire how you're not afraid to tackle anything!! Thanks again!

[@kjjeep2718]

Thanks for the addition to KZbin university, I belong to a Jeep Facebook page in the twin cities and see a lot of questions about things like this.

[@coltbuildsit]

Awesome, feel free to share it with them😎👍

[@jonathankirkey3257]

Been having this problem for a wile now and now I know how to fix it thanks for the great videos keep up the good work

[@tomhol8559]

Good to see you posting...was getting concerned not seeing anything for a while. I know busy busy...😊

[@TheKnoxville99]

Awsome video. Clear, to the point, and not overly complicated. Keep it up.

[@CharlieB195]

Love that you are doing some “how to’s” on here. This one didn’t apply to me necessarily but was informative and interesting. Thanks!

[@colonative8880]

Colt thank you! You have a wealth of knowledge that I appreciate you sharing. I Have a 2014 jku with this issue, started with battery connection, moved on to thinking it was water intrusion in the sway bar disconnect module, but after seeing this I believe you put me on the proper track. A little intimidated to deal with the air bag but I will figure it out with your help here. I love my jeep and this may save our relationship, not to mention keep my wife happy since she drives it way more than I get to.

[@williamgodby6214]

Colt, another great video! You’d be the perfect guy to do a video or a series that I think would be very useful. For several vehicles, as you have time, share what usually breaks and what to upgrade before off roading. I drive a Tundra Crewmax, and I want to come to Utah for mild off road vacation. What breaks? What should I check and upgrade? Just a thought, I appreciate all you do, thanks.

[@sidepass]

Had a clock spring on a Tundra go out. About $50 on ebay and 11/2 hrs of my time and saved a ton of money. Grounding out the system keeps a little stored juice from possibly setting off the air bag which could ruin your day in a big way.

[@Makeithappen-ad11]

Colt, that's great information...and does comfort alot of us that have heard of these problems and would have been completely lost. Thank you!! now that I'm down to my last payment on my bare bones 2018 JK I will be making upgrades.. your videos are great and welcome to NM

[@kurthawkinson4623]

I have a 2013 and had no problem so far but now I know what to look for if it happens. Thanks for the education.

[@silentjde]

Most if not all of these wranglers have a recall to replace the clock spring and update the column covers and also a recall on the passenger air bag inflators as well. Check you vin.

[@Metalbass1979]

I've got a 2017 JKU, and my wife has a 2016. We moved to Kenya, East Africa, and both just started having this problem. I'm hoping I can find how to get the parts here. Thank you for posting this.

[@christophernoble3854]

I love the thought of how to videos for specific problems. I plan on starting a channel building stuff. And I also want to do specific how to videos on stuff that I can’t find videos of or the videos I fine are making it way to complicated to do it. Keep up the great work

[@JThelen1031]

Great video. One thing I'd add in terms of tools to pick up would be a good OBDII reader. As you point out, there's nothing worse than going to the dealer and getting blown off because you can't replicate an issue. Being able to run a scan and pull codes can be a huge help. Some of the newer readers tie to phone apps that will include common solutions for various codes, which can be very welcome in helping someone make the determination to DIY or bring it to a shop.

[@GavinEarnshaw]

Interesting that this is the default fix. On Land Rover Freelanders (LR2? In US) we talk about the 'Three Amigos'. When the ABS, TC and HDC cone on together. It is almost always an ABS sensor that has lost signal. Clock spring would be later in the diag. My son is a mechanic and he had an issue with ABS etc coming on on a Mitsubishi. Turns out the wheel bearing replacement wasn't quite correct and the ABS sensor was drifting in and out giving odd signals. Thanks for the good work and hope the channel grows. Cheers from the UK.

[@coltbuildsit]

If it happened to kick the lights on when I was doing anything else but turning then I'd have looked into the speed and abs sensors for sure.

[@GavinEarnshaw]

@@coltbuildsit ah, of course, missed the steering aspect being the obvious call (Doh!) 🙂 Just with Land Rovers and their famous reliability, using a dumb plastic sleeve for the abs sensor means a stray stick and Three Amigos 🤢... We don't get many proper Jeeps over here.

[@Merv-Bob]

Fix the same problem on 2010 EX35 INF. Before the fix, it was un-drivable with shaky steering and very strong pulsing brakes. Cheers, mark

[@davidwells3662]

This one is saved. I need to replace my clock spring. Thanks

[@GonzoOffRoad]

I love your videos. I appreciate the How To's as I myself own a Jeep JKU 2012. in the Build Process but a Daily Driver as well. These videos help me decide what to do as well as how to do it, so Thank you again and keep it up Please.

[@lalp01]

The clock spring is the same for the 2007. I did the same thing to mine. I have changed it a couple of times already. Fairly easy if you follow the steps outlined in this video. The only pain in the rear end are the clips holding the airbag in. Cheers!

[@terryfoust4802]

very informative , and right to the point with step by step instructions colt , THANK YOU !!

[@coltbuildsit]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robertcorrasa7228]

Hi, great video. When you were disconnecting the battery, that would have been the perfect time to let people know that you did that to prevent accidently popping an air bag.

[@TheOldaz1]

A great instructional Colt. Just did the same on Subaru Forester, all fixed.

[@mzinns]

Thanks Colt…..now I am aware and prepared. Has not happened yet on my 09 Jk, but maybe soon.

[@OldManJimmy1]

Thanks Colt, I own a 2013 and I bet I'll run into this fault soon.

[@katreniaclark]

Thank You Colt, I had that problem with my 07 JK in 07 and it was replaced twice because i ended up with a bad one from the factory. They also had to replace the throwout bearing as well...... Great tip on touching the positive and negative battery leads. I wish there was a way to eliminate that damned clock spring assembly.

[@jaredgreen502]

This is nuts, I had not idea. I own a 17' also. Thank you for sharing

[@huskiesgo5944]

Something people never think of when they are messing with their steering. Not securing the steering wheel to prevent the clock spring from getting out of alignment by either overwinding it or under winding it. Either can cause it to short out.

[@strykerentllc]

Knew the issue as soon as you mentioned the dummy lights coming on during a turn. Great tutorial as always and here's to getting to 100K subs, Colt. Cheers!

[@alanamstutz9725]

I'm not having an issue yet but it is nice to know that there is a fix

[@h2recoveryteam2]

Outstandingly done. Great content. And after hearing it start up. Sounds like you need to visit Paul Cox for some exhaust work. LOL

[@andrewsreviews4748]

That’s a really good video! I sold my last Jeep with that issue. 🤦🏻‍♂️ could’ve fixed it for $50!

[@94520shatto]

Hurray! for the simple explanation. .... I recently discovered how to stop the start up ticking of my 2012 JK, floor the throttle while holding the brake and the engine will turn over but not fire, so there is some oil pumped and it doesn't start dry. Which leads to Baxter Performance. Tell us what you know. Please.

[@LHW-kg9cp]

another great how-to! I know of several others you've done, like what's needed and how to install and setup ring & pinion gears, what's needed and how to modify and assemble double reduction on transfer case, etc. I assume you will be setting up some sort of indexed list of all your how-to guides so we will be able to find the one we need?

[@wesgreen8517]

Good stuff. If you ever want to do a video on rebuilding an AX-15 from a TJ, let me know. I’ll bring you one. I bought Casey LaDelle’s stretched TJ and the transmission needs some love.

[@randyjackson8138]

Not sure if it was for your year but most people don’t know that there is a recall for the clock springs. They won’t let you know it’s a recall just that if you call them they will do it for free. My wife’s Jeep 2014 was one of them and even in Canada where we are. They are trying to not do all of them to save money and the new part is hard to get as they are not keeping up with manufacturing. Thanks for sharing

[@jeffdooley6893]

You saved me some serious money.

[@musky629]

Helpful how to’s is always good content! Keep up with what your doing Colt.

[@wickedridge4x4]

I just ordered one off of ebay myself... was out off roading in the middle of nowhere and it happened. Scan a crap out of me and do to the fact that I was 3 hours away from home got home no issues Other than annoying Bing every minute 😂

[@michaeldunn150]

I always like a good how to video....... Thanks for sharing Colt.

[@mhmadgenious]

Ive also seen this happening on 1500 rams as well.

[@Wesley-uo3rn]

40k come on with that 100k. I can't wait to see it grow

[@darrendoolan4906]

Love the channel great advice and best of all money saving tips. Plus I know absolutely nothing about vehicles except the very basics so this is great information.

[@87sport]

Great video! I am actually having that problem right now with my jeep. thanks for the tips

[@MontanaWelldigger]

Great how to video presentation. Keep them coming!!! I had an issue with a front wheel hub bearing on 1/2 ton Ram, it was bad and the return process made me swear off the cheap eBay or any online parts forever.

[@brbadventurer]

Did you have to get a clock spring that matched your VIN? I did a clock spring in my WJ but it needed to be dependent on my VIN. I don't have to change my clock spring on my JKU yet but it is quite a bit different than the WJ. 8:28 For those of you at home, DO NOT REMOVE THAT CLIP until the clock spring is fastened down or you will end up needing to buy another clock spring.

[@vicgustafson8514]

Great video. I cringed when you turned the key. Waited for airbag to pop. An idea for a video would be replacing the plastic clip for the shifter cable in the console.

[@doughaven-rf8id]

Good instructional video, Professor Colt !

[@williamkeith1381]

Practical reliable information… awesome !

[@ricktripp6098]

reason it trips all the lights traction co trol and abs takes input from steering.. it tells module what direction you are turning the wheel and how fast.. uses that info along with wheel speed inputs and impact sensor data gforce data.. brake input etc to determin which wheels need brakes applied to achieve desired direction of travel safest

[@ThePiperapache]

Clear and to the point. Thank you!

[@bobperry5058]

Outstanding video! Really, really excellent information

[@chadsparks3010]

Perfect timing, I was just looking at replacing the clock-spring on my 2010 Wrangler.

[@BillyBoulder]

Check for a recall. Got my 2010 done free on an extended recall in 12/‘23

[@chadsparks3010]

@@BillyBoulder Thanks, I’ll check that out.

[@fallguy173]

Great vid colt. I have a set of Rubi-rails for that jeep if you want them. Just give a call next time you are in the Hills.