Is there a way to reset the airbag?
Got it reset on the first try doing the sequence faster than 1 second. We should put this in the 80 series Archives. Bringing this back to confirm the above method works to turn off the airbag/SRS light. Had my steering wheel and airbag off to replace the wheel and the light came on, then stayed on after reconnecting everything.
What to do if your airbag light has gone away?
Reset the airbag light and make sure that it disappeared from the dashboard. If it is still there – reread the codes and check for any trouble codes. Restart your car & test-drive. If the airbag light seems to have gone away from your dashboard – restart your ignition and go for a test drive.
When does the airbag warning light turn on?
Usually the only time the airbag’s warning light turns on is when there has been an accident and the airbag has deployed.
How is the airbag reset proceedure as per Charlies?
Here’s the Airbag reset proceedure as per CharlieS from about 2 1/2 years ago. Hi All. Quick update. Codes are gathered by counting flashes, 1.5 seconds between digits, 4 seconds between individual codes. If you miss it, keep waiting, it will cycle again.
Do you clear trouble codes before resetting airbag light?
Do never clear the trouble codes before you fix the problem caused by the airbag light. Read the codes and get information about what can cause the problem and therefore continue the diagnosis. You should never just reset the airbag light without repairing the problem.
Where is the button to turn off the airbag light?
This is the first thing you should check when you want to remove the airbag light. Maybe someone before you turned it to Off by mistake, which will make the airbag light stay on in most cars. This button is usually on the dashboard on the passenger side, and you may see it if you open the passenger door or the glove box.
Why does the airbag warning light keep going on?
But sometimes the airbag light, also called the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) light, goes on because the On-Board Diagnostics computer receives a trouble code from a sensor in the SRS. This is to alert you of a malfunction in the airbag system.
How do you remove an SRS airbag warning light?
Hold the center section of the wheel in place — where your airbag is located — and locate the screws. Unscrew them. Step 3: Once the screws have been unscrewed, pull the airbag towards you and remove the connectors. Use a pick to slide the yellow clips out in order to remove the connector. You can now remove the airbag.