Wiring Repair: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Depower the system. See SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Inspect the sensor wiring and the wiring harness for any damage that may have occurred as a result of the accident. Replace, as required, any damaged:
- Wiring.
- Insulation.
- Terminal.
- Connectors.
NOTE:- If splices are required in adjacent wiring, stagger the splices 51 mm (2 inches) apart from each other.
NOTE:- Use a waterproof butt-splice connector on any exposed wiring.
NOTE:- A heat shrink nylon splice prevents water, salt, condensation, and heat from affecting the wiring service.
NOTE:- The inner wall of the splice connector is lined with an adhesive that melts when heated with a heat gun and flows under pressure from the tubing, sealing the splice.
NOTE:- The connectors can be crimped with a standard insulated connector crimping tool.
NOTE:- The splices are color coded for gauge identification and are transparent to allow inspection of the finished splice.
- Repair splices.