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Acceleration/Deceleration Sensor: Testing and Inspection


INSPECTION





1. Check sensor bracket for bend.
2. Connect positive cable of 12 volt battery to "A" terminal of sensor and ground cable to "C" terminal. Then using voltmeter, check voltage between "B" terminal and "C" terminal.
When placed horizontally: 2 - 3V
When placed upright with arrow upward: 3 - 4V
When placed upright with arrow downward: 1 - 2V
If measured voltage is not as specified, replace sensor with bracket.