As per www.totalrecallinfo.com there are 3 recalls on this item, but not the clock spring.
The spring part should be towards the motor
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Probably not, a 2001 Windstar usually has hydraulic lifters that never need adjusting it could be a bad valve spring, or a bad lifter that will need to be replaced.
The 2001 Windstar is rated at 200hp
When I bought my ford windstar it was used and later discovered the sway bar needed replacing. I am not saying that this is your problem but it is worth checking out also check you motor mounts, tires.
Could be what they call the clock spring if you have an air bag i don't suggest you do it ! The air back system and the clock spring are fragile.
buying a dodge was your first mistake
The 2001 Windstar has no radiator cap. It has an antifreeze bottle.
Yes. The mirror on the 2001 Ford Windstar is the same mirror found on the 1999 Ford Windstar. They are interchangeable.
Do you have a 3.8 engine for a 2001 Windstar Ford Van?