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2004 Chrysler Crossfire Standard
Diagnosis And Testing
2004 Chrysler Crossfire StandardSECTION Diagnosis And Testing
WARNING:
DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, SIDE AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. SEE AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
ARTICLE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
The horn switch is comprised of two separate contact plates suspended by pre-loaded springs. It may be tested in the following manner:
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the driver airbag. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article.
- Disconnect the horn switch harness connectors (1) and (2).
- Using an ohmmeter, connect one lead to the ground wire terminal (1) and the other lead to the positive wire terminal (2). No continuity should be present.
- Depress the horn switch outer plate and check for continuity. If no continuity is present between the terminals, replace the switch contact plates.
For complete horn system diagnosis, see HORN - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.