Checking the contact reel

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch OFF Position

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• Ignition off.
• Disconnect the contact reel from the steering wheel module (SWM).

  Measure the resistance between:

  • Terminals #B1 and #B2.
  • Terminals #B1 and #B3.
  • Terminals #B2 and #B3.

  The resistance must be infinite.

  Check the cable between:

  • Terminal #B1 and contact reel terminal #1.
  • Terminal #B2 and contact reel terminal #2.
  • Terminal #B3 and contact reel terminal #3.

  Check for an open-circuit.

  Other information: 

  • To replace the contact reel, see Contact reel / steering wheel angle sensor, replacing
  • To connect the breakout box, see Connecting the breakout box
  • For information about signals, see Signal specification .
  • Contents .
  Fig 2: Identifying Ohmmeter

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Was a fault detected? 

• YES 

  OKAY:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

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