Quick answer
If the airbag warning lamp is on or the wheel was forced on the spline, stop driving and get a qualified auto electrician to inspect. Otherwise re-check alignment marks and connector seating.
Problem
- Horn, cruise, or indicators behave oddly after a wheel change.
Symptoms
- Horn works only at certain wheel angles.
- Cruise will not set or drops instantly.
- Indicators self-cancel oddly.
Cause
- Clock spring alignment lost during install.
- Damaged ribbon from too many turns with wheel off.
- Connector not fully latched.
Fix Step-by-step
- Stop driving if airbag warning is illuminated - book diagnostic with a qualified auto electrician.
- Do not force the wheel on the spline; verify alignment marks from factory procedure.
- If no warning lamp and symptoms are minor, re-inspect connectors per workshop manual torque and routing.
Notes
Safety: PVS cannot remotely certify airbag repairs - use licensed installers for clock-spring and SRS work.
Related: Clock spring care.