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Dorman 525-046 Air Bag Clockspring
| Brand | Dorman 525-046 |
|---|---|
| Wiring Harness Length | 135 |
| Wiring Harness Length | 485 |
| Wire Gauge Measurement | 18 |
| Cruise Control | Oui |
| Cruise Control | Sí |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| End 2 Terminal Quantity | 10 |
| Terminal Type | Clavija |
| Terminal Type | Pin |
| End 1 Terminal Quantity | 10 |
| End 1 Terminal Type | Clavija |
| End 1 Terminal Type | Pin |
| Wire Quantity | 2 |
| Connector Quantity | 2 |
| Terminal Quantity | 10 |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Gender | Hembra |
| Terminal Gender | Macho |
| Terminal Gender | Male |
| End 1 Connector Color | Amarillo |
| End 1 Connector Color | Black |
| End 1 Connector Color | Negro |
| End 1 Connector Color | Yellow |
| End 2 Connector Color | Black |
| End 2 Connector Color | Negro |
| End 2 Connector Color | Noir |
| End 1 Connector Gender | Female |
| End 1 Connector Gender | Hembra |
| End 2 Connector Gender | Macho |
| End 2 Connector Gender | Male |
| Fits | Chevrolet and GMC · 64 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Matches the fit of the original and restores air bag, horn, and steering wheel controls.
Plastic construction. Lightweight housing helps protect the internal clock spring assembly.
Dual-connector design. Built with 10 terminals at each end for a secure electrical connection.
Cross-references 20906820, 25952982 and 25976911 for the same application. See all 3.
Dorman 525-046 Air Bag Clockspring
Dorman 525-046 is an air bag clockspring for specified Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans. It restores electrical continuity to the air bag circuit, horn, and steering wheel-mounted controls when the original clockspring is missing or damaged.
Key Features
- OE-style replacement air bag clockspring for steering wheel electrical functions
- Restores current flow to the air bag, horn, and steering wheel-mounted controls
- Designed for vehicles with cruise control
- Plastic housing with 2 connectors and 10 terminals
- Female connector design with pin terminal configuration
- Wiring harness length: 135 / 485; wire gauge: 18
Detailed Description
This Dorman clockspring is built to match the fit of the original unit on 2009-2016 Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, GMC Savana 2500, and GMC Savana 3500 applications, including 2009 models built from 7/01/08. It is a direct-fit electrical component for the steering column that maintains the connection between the vehicle wiring and the rotating steering wheel. Part number 525-046 is a practical replacement when the factory clockspring has failed, been damaged, or no longer maintains stable continuity.
This part cross-references GM OE numbers 20906820 and 25952982 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Air bag warning light caused by a failed steering wheel clockspring
- Horn inoperative from broken internal wiring
- Steering wheel-mounted control loss, including cruise control functions
- Intermittent electrical connection in the steering column
- Damage from wear, age, or prior steering wheel service
Installation Notes and Tips
Before installation, confirm the vehicle is one of the listed Chevrolet Express or GMC Savana applications and verify the connector and terminal layout match the original part. Because this component is part of the air bag system, follow factory service procedures, including battery disconnection and steering wheel centering, before removal or installation. After installation, clear any stored air bag or steering wheel control fault codes as required.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures replacement parts to match original fit and function for specified applications. Part number 525-046 is engineered as a direct replacement for the listed vehicles and is built to restore steering wheel electrical operation on compatible Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans.
| Year | Make | Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | — |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | — |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2016 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | — |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | — |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2015 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2014 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2013 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2012 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2011 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | — |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | — |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | — |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 2500 | — |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 3500 | — |
| 2010 | GMC | Savana 4500 | — |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 2500 | From 7/01/08 |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 3500 | From 7/01/08 |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express 4500 | From 7/01/08 |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express Cargo | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2009 | Chevrolet | Express Pasajeros | w/Single Stage Air Bag |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 2500 | From 7/01/08 |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 3500 | From 7/01/08 |
| 2009 | GMC | Savana 4500 | From 7/01/08 |
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