Keep the horn, driver's airbag, and steering-wheel controls electrically connected through every turn of the wheel with the SKP Air Bag Clockspring, MPN SK525401. This coiled ribbon-cable assembly drops in as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications: the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe, 2009-2013 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander, 2009-2011 Toyota Matrix, and 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma.
A clockspring winds and unwinds a flat conductor inside its housing so the rotating steering wheel stays wired to the fixed steering column. When the original clockspring's ribbon cable wears or breaks, it can interrupt these circuits.
- Maintains rotary electrical contact: carries signals to the driver's airbag, horn, and steering-wheel switches as the wheel turns.
- Direct-fit replacement: a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications.
- Addresses common failure signs: if a faulty clockspring is the cause of an illuminated airbag warning light, an intermittent horn, or non-working steering-wheel controls, this unit replaces it.
Have the airbag (SRS) system diagnosed to confirm the clockspring is the cause before replacing, and follow the vehicle service procedure for centering the new unit during installation.
Interchange: 525401 · 525-401 · 665-3005 · 84306-04080 · 8430604080 · Manufacturer part number SK525401
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
525401, 525-401, 665-3005, 8430604080, 84306-04080
Frequently Asked Questions
What does an air bag clockspring do?
It is a coiled ribbon cable that keeps the driver's airbag, horn, and steering-wheel controls electrically connected to the fixed column while the steering wheel rotates.
What vehicles does the SKP SK525401 fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe, 2009-2013 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander, 2009-2011 Toyota Matrix, and 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma. See the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your vehicle.
What are signs the clockspring may need replacing?
An illuminated airbag/SRS warning light, an intermittent or dead horn, and non-working steering-wheel switches can be signs. Have the system diagnosed, since these symptoms can have other causes.
Which part numbers does this clockspring interchange with?
It interchanges with 525401, 525-401, 665-3005, 84306-04080, and 8430604080. Its manufacturer part number is SK525401.
Do I need to do anything special during installation?
Yes. Follow the vehicle service procedure to center (clock) the new unit before installing it, and work with the SRS system disarmed as directed.
