Code 34 - Low Resistance Or Short In Driver-Side Air Bag Circuit: Description

Diagnostic monitor measures resistance between terminals No. 10 and 11 every time ignition is turned on. Normal resistance between these circuits is 1.5-2.0 ohms. If resistance between the 2 circuits is less than 0.7 ohm, Code 34 will set. Connectors for clockspring and air bag have metal spring clips that act as shorting bars. Shorting bars are built into the plastic hardshell connectors. Shorting bars are designed to short circuits No. 614 and 615 together when connectors are not connected. DO NOT attempt to remove air bag shorting bar to measure air bag resistance. Clockspring shorting bar may be removed to measure clockspring resistance. After testing is completed, carefully reinstall shorting bar and ensure it is installed correctly.