Test Procedure

1. Verify Condition
   
   Turn ignition on. Check for fault codes. If Code 34 is flashing, go to step 2). If Code 34 is not flashing, check connectors, wiring, splices, and crimps for an intermittent problem. DO NOT proceed with diagnostic test unless code is flashing. Doing so will result in needless replacement of system components.
2. Deactivate System
   
   Deactivate air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM  . DO NOT connect Air Bag Simulator (105-00010) to clockspring connector. Disconnect diagnostic monitor. Remove plastic locking wedge from diagnostic monitor Black connector. Check for continuity between terminals No. 10 (Gray/White wire) and No. 11 (Gray/Orange wire) of diagnostic monitor connector. See Figure . If continuity does not exist, go to step 3). If continuity exists, go to step 4).
3. Check Component Installation
   
   Connect Air Bag Simulator (105-00010) to clockspring connector. Reconnect diagnostic monitor. Turn ignition on and wait 30 seconds. If Code 34 is flashing, replace diagnostic monitor. If Code 34 is not flashing, check shorting bar on driver-side air bag connector for proper operation. If shorting bar is okay, replace driver-side air bag.
   NOTE: It may be helpful to inspect clockspring-to-main wiring harness connector as an example of a normal shorting bar.
4. Check Clockspring
   
   Disconnect clockspring connector from main wiring harness at base of steering column. Check for continuity between terminals No. 10 (Gray/White wire) and No. 11 (Gray/Orange wire) of diagnostic monitor connector. If continuity does not exist, check shorting bar on clockspring connector for proper operation.

If shorting bar is okay, replace clockspring. If continuity exists, locate and repair short between circuits No. 614 (Gray/Orange wire) and No. 615 (Gray/White wire). Also, check for diagnostic monitor connector and clockspring connector for shorted terminals.