Essential Contact Assembly for Your Vehicle

The contact assembly, known for its critical role in automotive safety systems, serves as a connection point for the airbag clock spring mechanism. This vital part ensures that the driver's airbag and other controls mounted on the steering wheel maintain reliable electrical contact regardless of wheel position. Without this, your vehicle's safety systems could fail at a crucial moment.

How It Works

Embedded within the steering column, the contact assembly comprises concentric rings and slip contacts. These components allow for the continuous transfer of electrical signals between the vehicle’s wiring harness and the rotating steering wheel. This seamless connectivity is fundamental for activating airbags, utilizing horn functions, and operating steering wheel-mounted controls like audio and cruise control.

Consequences of a Broken Part

A malfunctioning contact assembly can lead to severe issues such as the airbag warning light activating, loss of functionality for the horn or steering wheel controls, and a potential failure to deploy the airbag in an accident. Ignoring these symptoms can compromise safety and lead to costly repairs.

Compatible Car Models

• I20 12 (India Plant-Aus) (2012-2015)
• I20 12 (India Plant-Eur) (2012-2014)
• I20 12 (Turkey Plant-Eur) (2012-2014)
• I20 12 (Turkey Plant-Turkey) (2012-2014)