Dorman 525-033 Air Bag Clockspring

Dorman 525-033 Air Bag Clockspring

The Dorman 525-033 air bag clockspring is a direct replacement for the original unit on select Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Saturn vehicles. It restores the electrical connection needed for airbag system operation by installing into the existing wiring path.

Key Features

• Direct replacement clockspring for the steering wheel airbag circuit
• Plastic construction
• Installs into existing wiring for a straightforward repair
• Package contents: clock spring assembly
• Cross-reference part numbers include Standard Ignition CSP254

Detailed Description

This Dorman 525-033 clockspring is built for vehicles that use a steering wheel-mounted air bag system and do not have a heated steering wheel, where noted in fitment. It is a practical OE-style replacement for applications such as 2012-2017 Buick Enclave, 2012-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, 2012-2017 GMC Acadia, and 2014-2015 Cadillac CTS. It also covers earlier applications including 2007-2011 GMC Acadia, 2008-2011 Buick Enclave, 2009-2011 Chevrolet Traverse, 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook, and 2008-2014 Cadillac CTS.

Part number 525-033 is intended to restore the steering wheel electrical connection that allows the airbag system to communicate properly while the wheel turns. This clockspring is a direct replacement for the original clockspring on specific vehicles and is designed to install into the existing wiring layout without requiring a custom modification.

Common Issues This Part May Resolve

• Airbag warning light caused by a failed steering wheel clockspring
• Loss of electrical continuity in the steering wheel airbag circuit
• Intermittent steering wheel control or horn operation related to the clockspring path
• Airbag system faults on Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, or Cadillac CTS models
• Wear-related failure in the original steering column clockspring assembly

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and steering wheel configuration before installation. This part is listed for applications without a heated steering wheel where noted, so match the notes in the fitment data carefully. Because the clockspring is part of the airbag system, follow factory service procedures and disconnect the battery before service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies direct replacement components for specific OE applications, and this clockspring is engineered to match the original fitment on the listed vehicles. Part number 525-033 is also referenced by Standard Ignition CSP254 for the same application.