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With Continuous Memory DTCs

DIAGNOSING CUSTOMER CONCERNS WITH CONTINUOUS MEMORY DTCs

If an air bag warning indicator lamp ON is reported by the customer but is not present when the vehicle comes in for service, follow the Diagnostic Instruction procedures to identify the intermittent DTC.

Once the DTC is known, read the Normal Operation of the pinpoint test for the DTC involved.
- Follow the depowering procedure as directed.
- Determine the location of components involved in creating the DTC.
- Carry out a thorough visual inspection of:
- components.
- connectors.
- splices and wiring harnesses.
- insulation on conductors.