Clock Spring Check

If any malfunction is found in steps 1 through 4, replace the clock spring with a new one.

1. Check the connectors and protective tube for damage, and the terminals for deformation.
   Fig 1: Identifying Clock Spring Components

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2. Visually check the case for damage.
3. Check that there is continuity among the clock spring connectors number 1 and number 2. Connect terminal 1 of the connector number 1 and connector number 2.
   Fig 2: Identifying Clock Spring Connector Terminals

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4. Align the paint mark of special tool MB991613 connector number 4 with the notch in clock spring connector number 2 (arrow in the illustration) to connect the connectors number 2 and 4.
   Fig 3: Aligning Special Tool Connector Number Paint Mark With Notch In Clock Spring Connector Number

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5. Measure the resistance between the terminals 22 and 23 of special tool MB991613 connector number 5.
   1. Standard value: less than 0.4Ω