2005 Dodge Stratus Clock Spring, Airbag, Air Bag Control Module, Air Bag Sensor

Air Bag Control Module, Air Bag Sensor, Airbag, Clock Spring Installation and Repair Tips for 2005 Dodge Stratus

• Q:

  How to Safely Service the Air Bag Control Module on 2005 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  In order to service the Air Bag Control Module, disconnection of battery negative cable and waiting a period of 2 minutes are required. Take out the shifter knob and console screws and the ORC. Install again the ORC with proper adjustment and tightening. Assemble console and shifter without reconnecting battery until air bag testing is done to avoid injury.
• Q:

  What Needs Inspection and Replacement After an Airbag Deployment on 2005 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  After air bag deployment replace the Driver air bag, Clock Spring Assembly, Steering Wheel, Steering Column Assembly, inspecting the rest of the components for damage. Similar protocols are observed for Passenger and Curtain air bags. Inspect and replace seat belts and tensioners as necessary, and thoroughly clean the entire interior of the vehicle for any residual powder.
• Q:

  How to Accurately Align a Clock Spring in a Steering Wheel on 2005 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  In order to align Clock Spring assembly, straighten the steering wheel, remove the air bag and disconnect the wires. Take off the steering wheel, lift off the lock, keep turning the rotor clockwise till it stops, and then three times clockwise. Check The steering wheel and air bag should be reinstalled without connecting the battery until testing.
• Q:

  How to Service an Air Bag Sensor on 2005 Dodge Stratus?

  A:

  In order to service the impact sensor, unscrew battery negative cable and wait two minutes. Defit the lower B-pillar trim, disconnect SAS connector, and take off sensor. Install the new SAS, screws 7 N.m, reconnect the SAS, and refit the trim. Do not reconnect the battery until testing has been done.