Air Bag Module, Steering Wheel and Clock Spring

AIR BAG MODULE, STEERING WHEEL AND CLOCK SPRING

WARNING: The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.

1. Remove the air bag module, steering wheel and clock spring.
2. Check the pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.





3. Check the connector for damage and deformed terminals, and check the harness for binding.
4. Check the air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformation.
5. Check the harness (built into the steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and check the terminals for deformation.





6. Check the clock spring connectors and protective tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
7. Visually check the case for damage.

WARNING: If the clock spring's mating mark is not properly aligned, the steering wheel may not completely rotate during a turn, or the flat cable within the clock spring may be severed, obstructing normal operation of the SRS and possibly leading to serious injury to the vehicle's driver and front passenger.





8. Align the mating marks of the clock spring. Turn the front wheels to the straight-ahead position. Then install the clock spring to the column switch.

Mating marks alignment
After turning the clock spring fully clockwise, turn it approximately 3 4/5 turns counterclockwise until the mating marks are aligned.





9. Install the steering column covers, steering wheel and air bag module.
10. Check the steering wheel for noise, binding or difficult operation.

DANGER: The SRS may not activate if any of the above components are not installed properly, which could result in serious injury or death to the vehicle's driver and front passenger

11. Check the steering wheel for excessive free play. REPLACE ANY PART IF IT FAILS VISUAL INSPECTION.

FRONT SEATBACK ASSEMBLY WITH SIDE-AIRBAG MODULE

WARNING: If any improper part is found during the following inspection, replace the front seatback assembly with a new one. Dispose of the old one according to the specified procedure. Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the air bag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental air bag deployment will result in serious personal injury.





1. Check the air bag module deployment section for dents or deformation.
2. Check the connector for damage; the terminals for deformation; and harness for binding.

WIRING HARNESS





1. Check the connector for poor connection.

DANGER: The SRS system may not operate if SRS harnesses or connectors are damaged or improperly connected, which could result in serious injury or death to the vehicle's driver and front passenger.

2. Check the harness for binding; check the connectors for damage; and the terminals for deformation. REPLACE ANY CONNECTOR OR HARNESS THAT FAILS THE VISUAL INSPECTION.