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DERM turns on INFLATABLE RESTRAINT indicator light.

NOTE: Test numbers refer to test numbers on diagnostic chart. For circuit number identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMS .

Checks if fault is in steering column. SIR load tester simulates resistance of good steering column wiring and components.
Checks if fault is in inflator module or SIR coil.
Checks if fault is in resistor module.
Checks if fault is in circuits No. 347 or 349.

Fig 1: Code 26, Open In Steering Column

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