'90 SIR failed squib in steering column?
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'90 SIR failed squib in steering column?
This one is bound to be tough--I had the SIR Infl light, so I did the TSB on the sensors, and I even had to replace one sensor.
Now I still have one remaining fault code, which is apparently for the squib itself. The local 'Vette shop gave me a Polish hand salute and said maybe the dealer can fix that as it is way down in the steering column.
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Has anyone had experience repairing/replacing these? I'm trying to fix all the problems I know about so I can sell the car. Or should I sell it with this problem also, as a known problem?
I would really appreciate any help with this one!
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Now I still have one remaining fault code, which is apparently for the squib itself. The local 'Vette shop gave me a Polish hand salute and said maybe the dealer can fix that as it is way down in the steering column.
:confused:
Has anyone had experience repairing/replacing these? I'm trying to fix all the problems I know about so I can sell the car. Or should I sell it with this problem also, as a known problem?
I would really appreciate any help with this one!
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Re: '90 SIR failed squib in steering column? (dolfinwriter)
Are you getting a Code 35-Inflator Squib-Open Circuit? A code 36?
Do you have the factory service manual?
Let us know.
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Do you have the factory service manual?
Let us know.
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Re: '90 SIR failed squib in steering column? (dlmeyers)
It's either a 35 or 36--I forget now which. I'll have to check my notes again, but I'm at work right now.
Yes, I do have a Helm factory service manual.
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When the 'Vette shop shrugs, I'm worried!
Thanks for your help!
Yes, I do have a Helm factory service manual.
:(
When the 'Vette shop shrugs, I'm worried!
Thanks for your help!
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Re: '90 SIR failed squib in steering column? (dolfinwriter)
Gordon Killebrew said that the connector for this would get dirty quite often. The fix was to clean the connector, put it back together, and wrap it with black electrical tape to keep it clean. They changed the connector later on to a weatherpack style one that would not get dirty as easily.
Worth a try....
Worth a try....
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Re: '90 SIR failed squib in steering column? (Marcho Polo)
Which connector? I've had the steering wheel off, and been way down in the column to replace the sliding contact for the horn and one horn button. I saw where the line goes through for the squib.
Are you talking about a connector at the other end of the column, or one that comes out elsewhere?
Are you talking about a connector at the other end of the column, or one that comes out elsewhere?
