Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement

Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable, and wait at least three minutes.
Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG ASSEMBLY ).
Remove the dashboard driver's lower cover (see DASHBOARD COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the cable reel sub-harness 3P connector from the main wire harness.

Fig 1: Identifying Main Wire Harness 3P Connector And Cable Reel Sub-Harness 3P Connector
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Check for continuity between the terminals of the cable reel sub-harness 3P connector in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 2: Connector Terminal Position Chart
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- If there is continuity, and it matches the table, the switch is OK.
- If there is no continuity in one or both positions, go to step 6.
Remove the two screws, then remove the switch.

Fig 3: Identifying Resume Switch And Screws
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Check for continuity between the terminals in switch position according to the table.

Fig 4: Connector Terminal Position Chart
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- If there is continuity, and it matches the table, replace the cable reel.
- If there is no continuity in one or both positions, replace the switch.
If all tests prove OK, reconnect the cable reel and cable reel sub-harness connector, then reinstall the steering column covers.
Reconnect the driver's airbag connector, and reinstall the access panel on the steering wheel.
Reconnect the battery positive cable, then the negative cable.
After connecting the airbag connectors, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.