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Steering Pad Switch Circuit





AUDIO / VISUAL: AUDIO AND VISUAL SYSTEM: Steering Pad Switch Circuit
- Steering Pad Switch Circuit

DESCRIPTION

This circuit sends an operation signal from the steering pad switch to the radio receiver.

If there is an open in the circuit, the audio system cannot be operated using the steering pad switch.

If there is a short in the circuit, the same condition as to when a switch is continuously depressed occurs.

Therefore, the radio receiver cannot be operated using the steering pad switch, and also the radio receiver itself cannot function.

WIRING DIAGRAM





INSPECTION PROCEDURE

NOTICE:
The vehicle is equipped with an Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) which includes components such as airbags. Before servicing (including removal or installation of parts), be sure to read the precaution for Supplemental Restraint System Airbag System (for TMC Made) for TMC Made, Airbag System (except TMC Made) for except TMC Made).

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT RADIO RECEIVER

(a) Disconnect the radio receiver connector.





(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:





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*2: w/ Microphone

NG -- INSPECT STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY

OK -- PROCEED TO NEXT SUSPECTED AREA SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE Problem Symptoms Table

2. INSPECT STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY

(a) Disconnect the steering pad switch assembly connector.





(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:





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*11: w/ Microphone

NG -- REPLACE STEERING PAD SWITCH ASSEMBLY Removal
OK -- Continue to next step.

3. INSPECT SPIRAL CABLE

(a) Disconnect the steering pad switch assembly and spiral cable connectors.





(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:





NOTICE:
The spiral cable is an important part of the SRS airbag system. Incorrect removal or installation of the spiral cable may prevent the airbag from deploying. Be sure to read the pages shown in the brackets.

HINT
* Removal Removal
* Installation Installation

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NG -- REPLACE SPIRAL CABLE Removal

OK -- REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR (SPIRAL CABLE - RADIO RECEIVER)