With Manufacturers Scan Tool
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESThe "Air Bag Diagnostic System Check" must always be the starting point of any air bag system diagnosis.
The "Air Bag Diagnostic System Check" checks for proper "AIR BAG" warning lamp operation and checks for air bag diagnostic trouble codes using the Tech-1 (scan tool) or On-board diagnosis function.
1) Current diagnostic trouble codes - Malfunctions that are presently being detected.
2) History diagnostic trouble codes - All malfunctions detected since the last time the history memory was cleared.
TECH-1 (SCAN TOOL) DIAGNOSTICS
The Tech-1 (scan tool) is used for following purposes.
- To read current and history diagnostic trouble codes.
- To clear all diagnostic trouble codes after a repair is completed.
- To read "voltage of ignition power", "driver and passenger side resistance" and etc recognized by SDM when the out- put command by using Tech-1 was inputted.
NOTE: The Tech-1 must be updated to communicate with the air bag system through a replaceable cartridge before it can be used for air bag system diagnostics. To use the Tech-1, change cartridge first, then connect it to the data link connector and turn the ignition switch "ON".
Refer to the Tech- Operator's Manual for specific information on how to use the Tech-1.