CLOCKSPRING Test
WARNING:
Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article. Do not apply electrical power to any component on steering column without first deactivating air bag system. Air bag may deploy.
If clockspring fails any check, replace with a NEW clockspring.
- Check connectors and protective tube for damage and deformities.
- Visually check case for damage or deformities.
- Continuity should be present between:
- Connector No. 1, terminal No. 1 and connector No. 4, terminal No. 2.
- Connector No. 1, terminal No. 2 and connector No. 4, terminal No. 1.
- Connector No. 1, terminal No. 3 and connector No. 3. See Fig 1 .
- Align paint mark on SRS connector No. 4 with notch in clockspring connector No. 2 and join connectors. See Fig 2 . Using a DVOM, check for continuity between terminals No. 22 and 23 at SRS Test Harness (MB991613) connector No. 5.