Distance Switch Test

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SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Remove the driver's airbag (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the 20P connector (A) from the cable reel.

Fig 1: Identifying 20P Connector On Cable Reel
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Check for continuity between the 20P connector terminals in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 2: Identifying 20P Connector Terminals In Table
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If the continuity is not as specified, replace the distance switch (see DISTANCE SWITCH TEST ).
Use a diode tester between the 20P connector terminals in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 3: Identifying Diode Tester Between 20P Connector Terminals And Switch In Table
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If the diode test is not as specified, replace the distance switch (see DISTANCE SWITCH TEST ).