SIR Diagnostic System Check

Diagnostic Chart:

The diagnostic procedures used are designed to find and repair SIR system malfunctions. To get the best results, it is important to use the diagnostic charts and follow the sequence listed below.
A. PERFORM THE "SIR DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK." The "SIR Diagnostic System Check" must be the starting point of any SIR diagnostics. The "SIR Diagnostic System Check" checks for proper "AIR BAG" warning lamp operation, the ability of the SDM to communicate through the "Serial Data" line and whether SIR diagnostic trouble codes exist.
B. REFER TO THE PROPER DIAGNOSTIC CHART AS DIRECTED BY THE "SIR DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK." The "SIR Diagnostic System Check" will lead you to the correct chart to diagnose any SIR system malfunctions. Bypassing these procedures may result in extended diagnostic time, incorrect diagnosis and Incorrect parts replacement.
C. REPEAT THE "SIR DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK" AFTER ANY REPAIR OR DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN PERFORMED. Performing the "SIR Diagnostic System Check" after all repair or diagnostic procedures will ensure that the repair has been made correctly and that no other malfunctions exist.

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
When the ignition switch is first turned to "RUN," "Ignition 1" voltage is applied from "AIR BAG" fuse to the SDM at the "Ignition 1" input terminal "10." The SDM responds by flashing the "AIR BAG" warning lamp seven times then turning it "OFF" while performing tests on the SIR system.

NOTES ON SYSTEM CHECK CHART
1. The "AIR BAG" warning lamp should flash seven times after the ignition is first turned to "RUN."
2. After the "AIR BAG" warning lamp flashes seven times it should turn "OFF"
3. This test checks for the proper operation of the "Serial Data" line. This test will also determine whether history diagnostic trouble codes are stored and, if so, identify them.
4. Improper operation of the "AIR BAG" warning lamp is indicated. This test differentiates a warning lamp stays "ON" condition from a warning lamp does not come "ON" condition.
5. This test checks for proper operation of the "Serial Data" line. This test will also identify the stored diagnostic trouble codes and whether they are current or history.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
The order in which diagnostic trouble codes are diagnosed is very important. Failure to diagnose the DTCs in the order specified may result in extended diagnostic time, incorrect diagnosis and incorrect parts replacement.