Electrical Harness - Interference Results in Failures

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Electrical Harness - Failures - Interference with Steering Column Support Bracket

MODEL
91 MY-Onwards Sedans

DATE
3/92


ISSUE:

Intermittent or permanent electrical bulkhead harness failures atthe steering column "W" bracket can be caused by the bulkhead harness rubbing between the fascia and the "W" bracket.

ACTION:

If the bulkhead harness has a short to ground or if pushing the instrument pack forward blows a fuse, the harness routing should be inspected as follows:

^ Remove the fascia assembly (refer to Sedan Range Repair Manual, Repair Operation 76.46.01/90).





^ Inspect the routing of the bulkhead harness around the steering column "W" bracket, (Fig. 1 A).

^ If the harness has been trapped or damaged, repair using the procedure detailed in Repair Operation 86.70.00.

^ If the harness cannot be repaired, replace using the procedure detailed in Repair Operation 86.70.09.


NOTE:
The harness must be rerouted away from the "W" bracket before fascia installation.


^ Wrap a 10" tie wrap (C-46294) around the bulkhead harness 2" to the right of the "W" bracket and around the bulkhead wiring that goes down along the side of the bracket.

^ Tighten the tie wrap only as much as required to draw the harness away from the bracket.

^ Place 4" of foam trim pad (BBC 4861/5) between the harness and "W" bracket.


WARRANTY INFORMATION:

Fault Code: 8XA
Repair Operation Number: 76.46.01/90 Fascia - remove for access and re-fit
Time Allowance: 1.45 hrs.