Air Bag Systems: Service and Repair

1. Check "AIR BAG" warning lamp operation.
After turning the ignition key ON, the "AIR BAG" warning lamp illuminates. The "AIR BAG" warning lamp will turn off after about 7 seconds if no malfunction is detected. If any of the following "AIR BAG" warning lamp conditions occur, immediately check the air bag system.
- The warning lamp does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON.
- The warning lamp does not turn off about 7 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON.
- The warning lamp turns on or blinks about 7 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON.

2. Visually check SRS components.
1. Diagnosis sensor unit
- Check diagnosis sensor unit and bracket for dents, cracks and deformities.
- Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.

2. Air bag modules and steering wheel
- Remove air bag module from steering wheel or instrument panel. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
- Install driver air bag module in the steering wheel and check fit and alignment.
- Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
- Install front passenger air bag module in the instrument panel and check fit and alignment.

3. Spiral cable
- Check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
- Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
- Check steering wheel for noise, binding and heavy operation.

4. Main harness and air bag harness
- Check connectors for poor connections, damage, and terminals for deformities.
- Check harnesses for binding, chafing and cut.

CAUTION: Replace previously used special bolts with new ones.