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Test L - Improper Air Bag Warning Operation

  1. Turn ignition off. Remove instrument cluster. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Disconnect instrument cluster electrical connector C1. See Figure . Measure resistance between ground and instrument cluster harness connector C1, terminal No. 8 (Pink/Green wire). Resistance should be greater than 10 k/ohms. If resistance is greater than 10 k/ohms, go to next step. If resistance is less than 10 k/ohms, see appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article to diagnose air bag system.
  2. Visually inspect instrument cluster printed circuit for damage, cracks or hot spots. If instrument cluster printed circuit is okay, replace air bag warning indicator bulb. If instrument cluster printed circuit is damaged, replace printed circuit and gauge contact clips. See PRINTED CIRCUIT  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.