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CLOCKSPRING Test

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  1. Visually inspect clockspring connectors, terminals, protective tubing and case for damage. Check for continuity between connector C-306, terminal No. 1 and horn contact connector. See Fig 1 .
  2. Install Electrical Probes (MB991222) into connector C-305 from harness side. See Fig 2 . Continuity should not exist between any of the connector terminals.
  3. Replace clockspring if damaged or if continuity is not as specified.
Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Connector C-306 & Horn Contact
G99E29862Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Connector C-305 Terminals
G99I29866Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.