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DTC 87-32

DTC 87-32: Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Stays ON ('06-07 models)

1. Erase the DTC memory.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.

Does the SRS indicator stay on?

YES - Go to step 3.

NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failure. Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures If another DTC is indicated, Go to the DTC Troubleshooting Index. Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions

3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Make sure nothing is on the front passenger's seat.




4. Disconnect ODS unit 18P connector D from the ODS unit.
5. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).




6. Check for voltage between the No. 18 terminal of ODS unit harness 18P connector D and body ground. There should be battery voltage.

Is there battery voltage?

YES - Faulty ODS unit; replace the ODS unit.

NO - Go to step 7.

7. Turn the ignition switch OFF.




8. Remove the gauge control module. Disconnect gauge control module connector B (22P) from the gauge control module.




9. Check resistance between the No. 18 terminal of ODS unit 18P connector D and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm.

Is the resistance as specified?

YES - Replace the gauge control module.

NO - Short to ground in the ODS unit harness floor wire harness or dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.