Procedures

AIR BAG MODULE CHECK

DANGER: Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the air bag modules (squib), even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental air bag deployment will result, and possible serious personal injury.

WARNING: If any component damage is found during the following inspection, replace the air bag module with a new one. Dispose of the old one according to the specified procedure.

1. Check the pad cover for dents, cracks or deformation.




2. Check the connectors for damage, the terminals for deformation, and the harness for binding.
3. Check the air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformation.
4. Install the air bag module (driver's side) to the steering wheel and check fit and alignment with the steering wheel.
5. Install the air bag module (front passenger's side) to the instrument panel and front deck crossmember and check fit and alignment.

FRONT SEATBACK ASSEMBLY WITH SIDE-AIRBAG MODULE CHECK

DANGER: 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, and possible serious personal injury.

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.




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

CLOCK SPRING CHECK




If any malfunction is found in the following inspections, replace the clock spring with a new one.
1. Check the connectors and protective tube for damage, and the terminals for deformation.
2. Visually check the case for damage.
3. Check to see that there is a charge (continuity) between the C-306 clock spring connector terminal 1 and C-304 horn switch.

CAUTION: Do not directly insert a probe, etc. into the terminal from the front of the connector.




4. Insert the special tool (MB991222) from behind the airbag module connector of the C-305 driver's side.
5. As shown in the figure, connect the circuit tester to the special tool (MB992006) and check to see that there is a continuity between the terminals.