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DTC 86-1x
DTC 86-1x (86-10 to 86-19,86-1A to 86-1F): Faulty OPDS Seat-back Sensor1. Erase the DTC memory.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
Does the SRS indicator stay on, and is DTC 86-1x or 86-2x indicated?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures. If another DTC is indicated, go to the DTC Troubleshooting Index.
NOTE: Aftermarket devices (fluorescent lights, laptop computers, etc.) used near the front passenger's seat-back can interfere with the seat-back sensors and cause a false DTC 86-1x or 86-2x. If one of these devices was used, erase the DTC, operate the device near the seat-back, and recheck for DTCs. If DTC 86-1x or 86-2x is reset, erase it, and do not use the device near the seat-back.
3. Check the connection at the OPDS sensor harness connector and the OPDS unit connector.
Are the connections OK?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Reconnect the OPDS sensor harness connector, and clear the DTC.
4. Replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back foam, and initialize the OPDS.
5. Erase the DTC memory, then check for DTC 86-1x or 86-2x.
Is DTC 86-1x or 86-2x indicated?
YES - Replace the OPDS unit.
NO - The system is OK.