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Help 3: Inspection of Electrical Connectors

Inspection Of Electrical Connectors

Each time you disconnect a connector, inspect it thoroughly to determine that it is in good condition. Focus on the circuit being checked.

Dirt and corrosion are the biggest problems in connectors, causing voltage drop, open circuits, or other improper operation. Water and dirt in a connector can allow voltage to "leak" into other circuits, leading to problems during damp/wet weather.

All wiring connectors in the air bag system can be disassembled for repair.

Inspect both sides of the connector for water, dirt or physical damage such as corrosion and pin push-outs. Pay attention to female connectors for spread cavities.

NOTE: Use caution when testing wires to avoid damage to connectors.

Ensure that the connector is properly wired by verifying the wire color in each cavity against the appropriate pinout illustration below. Correct any miswired connectors.

Clean, repair, or replace the connector as necessary for proper vehicle operation.




ASDM BLACK 2-WAY CONNECTOR TO STEERING COLUMN

CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1. R43 BK/LB Initiator
2. R45 DGILB Initiator




STEERING COLUMN INITIATOR YELLOW 2-WAY CONNECTOR

CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1. R43BK/LB Initiator
2. R45DG/LB Initiator




ASDM 10-WAY CONNECTOR

CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1. R48TN Right Front Sensor
2. R49LB Left Front Sensor
3. R41BK/TN Airbag Warning Lam
4. F20 or F22 WT/PK or WT Ignition Run
5. 5 or GO5 DB/WT Ignition Run/Start
6. R46 BR/LB Right Front Sensor
7. R47 DB/LB Left Front Sensor
8. Z6 or Z06 BK/PK Module Ground
9. Spare
10. F30 or F62 RD Battery Feed DRBII




IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTOR

CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1. A41 YL Starter System
2. A21 DB Ign Feed to Fuse Block
3. G09 or G9 GY/BK Ground Lamp Test
4. A02 or A2 PK/BK Battery Feed
5. A22 BK/OR Ign Feed to Fuse Block
6. A31 BK/WT Ign Feed to Fuse Block
7. AO1 or A1 RD Battery Feed