Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Testing and Inspection

CAUTION:
1. Never attempt to disassemble or repair the air bag module or clock spring. If faulty, replace it.
2. Do not drop the air bag module or clock spring or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace it if a dent, crack, deformation or rust are detected.
3. The air bag modules should be stored on a flat surface and placed so that the pad surface is facing upward. Do not place anything on top of the air bag modules.
4. Do not expose the air bag to temperatures over 93° C (200° F).
5. After deployment of an air bag, replace the air bag modules. Check the clock spring. If faulty, replace it with a new part.
6. Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling an air bag that has deployed.
7. An undeployed air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures specified under "Undeployed Air Bag Module Disposal".




If, as result of following checks, even one abnormal point is discovered, replace the clock spring with a new one.

1. Check connectors and protective tube for damage, and terminals for deformation.
2. Visually check the case for damage.







3. Check for continuity between the No.1 connector of the clock spring and connectors No.3 and 4




4. Align the paint mark of the SRS check harness connector No.4 with the notch in clock spring connector No.2 (arrow in the illustration) to connect the connectors Nos.2 and 4
5. Connect SRS check harness connector No.1 with clock spring connector No.5.
6. Check continuity between terminals 22 and 25 and between terminals 23 and 24 of the SRS check harness connector No.5.