Where are the fault codes stored in an airbag module?
Even after small accidents, fault codes will be stored in the module which will turn on the airbag light. We reset and clear all crash codes inside the computer module which will turn off the airbag light.
When does the SRS airbag control module reset?
Airbag control modules have many common names. They are sometimes referred to as: The SRS airbag control module must be reset if your vehicle was in an accident and the airbag light is on. If the light is on but your vehicle was not in an accident, there are a variety of reasons why this may have happened.
What makes an airbag an active safety system?
This is in contrast to seat belts, which are considered “active” devices because the vehicle occupant must act to enable them. This terminology is not related to active and passive safety, which are, respectively, systems designed to prevent accidents in the first place, and systems designed to minimize the effects of accidents once they occur.
Where do airbags go after they are repaired?
The repaired module MUST GO BACK INTO THE SAME VEHICLE FROM WHICH IT WAS TAKEN. Airbag modules are matched to a specific car, like an address. Each airbag module is matched with all or part of the vehicle’s VIN.
What happens if your SRS airbag control module is faulty?
If your SRS module is faulty, your vehicle’s airbags may not protect you and your passengers in the case of an accident. If your airbags have deployed in an accident before, or if your airbag light is on, you will need your SRS airbag control module reset.
Where are crash codes stored in an airbag control module?
Airbag control modules store hard and soft codes caused by accidents. Even after small accidents, fault codes will be stored in the module which will turn on the airbag light. We reset and clear all crash codes inside the computer module which will turn off the airbag light.
What happens when an airbag module is unmatched?
The repaired module MUST GO BACK INTO THE SAME VEHICLE FROM WHICH IT WAS TAKEN. Airbag modules are matched to a specific car, like an address. Each airbag module is matched with all or part of the vehicle’s VIN. Unmatched modules will usually cause the airbag light to illuminate.
Do you need to have your airbag module coded to your Vin?
One of the biggest benefits of letting MyAirbags repair your airbag module is that you will not need to have the module coded to your vehicle VIN since it is original and came out of your vehicle. This will save you time and money! SRS Airbag Reset: SRS Airbag Light On?