Why does my airbag light come on when I turn my steering wheel?
The airbag warning light should only stay on when there’s a problem with the airbag system in the car. Every time you turn on the car, the computer in the vehicle checks the system. If your airbag has been deployed and has not been properly reset, the airbag light will be on.
How does the Saab side airbag system work?
A side airbag is also activated for the driver or front seat passenger on the side of the impact. The airbag system, together with the seat-belts, anti-submarining protection, steering column assembly and SAHR (Saab Active Head Restraint), is a complete system which minimises driver and passenger injury in the event of a collision.
Why is the airbag clock on the steering wheel?
The airbag clock springs are found on your steering wheel. Its work is to ensure continuity of the electrical wiring with the driver’s airbag. It does this by coiling itself in and out as the steering wheel turns. 2. Why is My Airbag Light On?
How do you know if your airbag sensor is at fault?
The way you know if the sensor is at fault or not, before scanning your airbag system for faults, is to simply look at the “Passenger Airbag Off” light. If there’s no one in the seat, the light should illuminate. If there is someone in the seat, the light should turn off, signifying that the system is armed.
How do you turn off the airbag light?
The first step is to turn the ignition switch on, which will make the airbag light to come on. The light will flash for exactly seven seconds. Once it is off, you have to turn off the ignition within a second. Turn the ignition on again after three seconds. Repeat this process for two or three times and the airbag light will stop flashing.
Why does the airbag light stay on on a Saab?
I’ve never known the airbag connections under the seat on a Saab to give a problem. Doesn’t say that won’t be the case this time. What I would check is the passenger position sensor on the seat rail though, they can come adrift. Some faults will clear when resolved with the 9-3 but other ones won’t.
The airbag clock springs are found on your steering wheel. Its work is to ensure continuity of the electrical wiring with the driver’s airbag. It does this by coiling itself in and out as the steering wheel turns. 2. Why is My Airbag Light On?
The way you know if the sensor is at fault or not, before scanning your airbag system for faults, is to simply look at the “Passenger Airbag Off” light. If there’s no one in the seat, the light should illuminate.
How can I Fix my airbag light on my car?
Turn the steering wheel left and right to expose the screws holding the steering column trim in place. Note: some screws can be located on the bottom of the trim. Pry off the bottom of the trim with a plastic spreader tool of a flat head screwdriver. Engage the steering lock to make sure that the wheel doesn’t move for this next part.