Symptom Troubleshooting

SRS Symptom Troubleshooting - Side airbag cutoff indicator stays on

Side airbag cutoff indicator stays on

NOTE: Before replacing the SRS unit, check the SRS unit software version with the HDS. If the software version is not the latest, update the SRS unit software SRS Unit Update, and retest.

1. Make sure nothing is on the front passenger's seat.

2. Make sure the seat-back is dry.

3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the side airbag cutoff indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.

Does the SRS indicator come on and stay on?

YES -

Go to the Symptom Troubleshooting "SRS indicator stay on, but no DTCs are stored, or can not be read".�

NO -

Go to step 4.

4. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

5. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit Testing and Inspection.

6. Select Body Electrical status with the HDS.

7. Do the gauge control module self diagnostic function Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview.

Does the side airbag cutoff indicator flash?

YES -

Do the ODS unit initialization ODS Unit Initialization. If the problem is still present, replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back cover/pad Front Seat-Back Cover Replacement.

NO -

Faulty gauge control module; replace the gauge control module Service and Repair.�