Dorman 525-036 Air Bag Clockspring

Air Bag Clockspring for GM Steering Wheel Systems

This Dorman air bag clockspring restores the steering wheel electrical connection on select Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. Part number 525-036 installs into the existing wiring path to help return airbag system performance and cruise control function on the listed applications.

• Direct replacement air bag clockspring for select GM vehicles
• Restores steering wheel circuit continuity for airbag system operation
• Includes cruise control support where equipped
• Plastic housing with blue and yellow end connectors
• Female connector with male blade terminals
• Wiring harness length: 8.5 in.; wire gauge: 16; wire quantity: 4
• Connector quantity: 1; terminal quantity: 10
• Cross-references Standard Ignition CSP259 for the same application

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 525-036 is an air bag clockspring assembly made for specific Buick Encore, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Equinox, GMC Terrain, and related GM models with the listed connector and circuit configurations. It replaces the original clockspring and connects through the existing wiring layout, helping restore steering wheel electrical communication for the airbag system and cruise control on vehicles that use the 14-pin circuit setup noted in the fitment data. This part cross-references Standard Ignition CSP259 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Fix

• Airbag warning light caused by a failed steering wheel clockspring
• Loss of steering wheel electrical continuity
• Intermittent cruise control operation on equipped vehicles
• Broken or worn internal ribbon circuit in the steering column
• Faults related to steering wheel controls on supported GM applications

Installation Notes and Fitment

Compatible With 2010-2021 Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC applications listed below. Verify the vehicle’s steering wheel configuration, connector count, and heated steering wheel notes before installation. The fitment data includes 2021 Buick Encore, 2021 Chevrolet Tracker, 2021 Chevrolet Trax, 2020 Buick Encore without heated steering wheel, 2020 Chevrolet Sonic without heated steering wheel, 2020 Chevrolet Trax with 14-pin circuit, 2017-2019 Buick Encore with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Sonic with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2017-2019 Chevrolet Trax with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2011-2017 Buick Regal with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2012-2017 Buick Verano with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2010-2017 Chevrolet Equinox with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2010-2017 GMC Terrain with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2014-2016 Buick LaCrosse with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Colorado with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2015-2016 GMC Canyon with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, 2010-2013 Buick LaCrosse without heated steering wheel, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector to VIN 1G1PC5SB3D7100049, 2011-2012 Chevrolet Cruze with 14-pin circuit and 10/4-pin connector, and 2010 Buick Allure without heated steering wheel.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this clockspring as a direct replacement part for the listed GM applications. Part number 525-036 is built to match the original connector layout and steering wheel circuit requirements for the specified vehicles.