Clock Spring ('94-up with driver's airbag) showing the film circuit which abrades & breaks over time, causing SRS warnings &/or inoperative cruise control &/or horn. Newer vehicles with more features on the steering wheel can exhibit more symptoms.
Disassembly to this degree is unnecessary, unless you intend to repair the film circuit.
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![clockspringexploded.jpg Clock Spring ('94-up with driver's airbag) showing the film circuit which abrades & breaks over time, causing SRS warnings &/or inoperative cruise control &/or horn. Newer vehicles with more features on the steering wheel can exhibit more symptoms.
Disassembly to this degree is unnecessary, unless you intend to repair the film circuit.
See also:
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