Clock Spring

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If any malfunction is found in the following inspections, replace the clock spring with a new one.

Check the connectors and protective tubes for damage and the terminal for deformation.
Check the case for damage.
Check that the continuity exists between the following connector terminals.
- C-205 connector terminal 1 and horn switch connector
- C-205 connector terminal 2 and C-202 connector terminal 5
- C-205 connector terminal 3 and C-202 connector terminal 4
- C-205 connector terminal 4 and C-202 connector terminal 3
- C-205 connector terminal 5 and C-202 connector terminal 2
- C-205 connector terminal 6 and C-202 connector terminal 1
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Audio Remote Control Switch Connector Terminals
  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  
  CAUTION: Never insert the probe directly to the terminals from the front of the connector.
Check the continuity between the driver's air bag module connectors according to the following procedures.
1. Insert special tool extra fine probe (MB992006) from the backside of driver's air bag module connector.
2. Connect the circuit tester to the special tool as shown in the figure, and check the continuity among terminal No. 1 - 2 or No. 3 - 4.
  
  Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Driver's Air Bag Module Connectors
  Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.