Clock Spring Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the clock spring.
Inspect for continuity between the clock spring terminals using an ohmmeter.
- If not as specified, replace the clock spring.
  
  Fig 1: Clock Spring Continuity Chart
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Clock Spring Connector Terminals
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

NOTE:

When the vehicle-side connector of the clock spring is disconnected, terminals 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D are shorted to prevent unexpected deployment of the air bag module. When it is connected, the terminals are open.