Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Steering wheel coil module
- Driver steering wheel air bag
- SDM
- Steering wheel coil module wiring harness connector
- Driver steering wheel air bag wiring harness connector
- SDM wiring harness connector
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the driver steering wheel air bag and the steering wheel module coil connector.
- Test the high and low circuits between the steering wheel module coil connector and the driver steering wheel air bag connector for a short to voltage. Verify that a short to voltage does not exist.
- If the above condition is present, replace the steering wheel module coil.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the SDM connector.
- Test the high and low circuits between the SDM and steering wheel module coil connector for a short to voltage. Verify that a short to voltage does not exist.
- If the above condition is found make the appropriate repair.
- If all circuits test normal then replace the SDM.
NOTE:
When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.