General Information

The airbag system is monitored continuously by a diagnostic device located in the triggering unit. Any faults present are indicated by a warning lamp.

If a fault occurs the central warning lamp and the airbag system warning lamp lights up.

The airbag warning lamp comes up for approximately 5 seconds after the ignition is switched ON, and the warning lamp will automatically turn off if no fault is stored in the fault memory.

If the lamp lights up again, this means that a fault is present in the system. The fault may be read out with System Tester 9288. If the fault is not crash-relevant the warning lamp is not lit continuously, but for a limited time of 2 minutes.

NOTE: To allow the triggering unit to recognize all faults in the system, the ignition must be switched ON for a minimum of 10 seconds to ensure that all potential fault sources are checked during the vehicle test.

The fault memory must be cleared after the fault has been repaired, or otherwise resolved.

Replacement of a component should be recorded in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet. Glue the documentation number into the space provided. The documentation number is indicated on a tear-off sticker on the spare part.

The following components must be removed and replaced if the vehicle has been involved in an accident that has caused the airbag to be triggered:
- Contact Unit
- Both Airbag Units