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Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Testing and Inspection





SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: SPIRAL CABLE: INSPECTION

1. INSPECT SPIRAL CABLE

(a) If there are any defects as mentioned below, replace the spiral cable with a new one:

* Scratches, cracks, dents or chips on the connector or the spiral cable.

(b) Inspect the spiral cable.





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

NOTICE:
To avoid breakage of the spiral cable, do not turn the spiral cable more than necessary.

If the value is not within the specified range, replace the spiral cable.

Standard resistance