What does airbag system SRS problem mean?
In the simplest term, SRS light or the light for Supplemental Restraint System is a sensor working to indicate the status of the safety airbags in cars. The airbag light will be blinking for seconds after the ignition if there is any trouble. The light is related to safety as it involves airbags and seat belts.
How do you fix a SRS airbag fault?
How to Reset an Airbag Light
- Put the key into the ignition and turn the switch to the “on” position.
- Watch for the airbag light to turn on. It will stay illuminated for seven seconds and then shut itself off. After it shuts off, immediately turn the switch off and wait three seconds.
- Repeat Steps 1 and 2 two more times.
When to replace SRS airbags in Toyota Sienna?
Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation. If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer.
How does the SRS work on a Toyota Sienna?
If the seat belt extender has been connected to the front seat belt buckles but the seat belt extender has not also been fastened to the latch plate of the seat belt, the SRS front airbags will judge that the driver and front passenger are wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been connected.
What happens if you hit the SRS airbag?
The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag.
How do you reset the SRS light on a Toyota?
Take a paperclip and unfold it. Jump the wire by attaching one end of the paperclip to each of the two terminals. This will reset the SRS light. Put the yellow electrical connector back in place and close the panel cover.