Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Stays on

Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Stays On

1. Make sure nothing is on the front passenger's seat.
2. Make sure the seat-back is dry.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and see if the SRS indicator comes on.

Does the SRS indicator come on?

YES - Go to the Symptom Troubleshooting "SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored".

NO - Go to step 2.

4. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

5. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not communicate troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
6. Select Body Electrical status with the HDS.
7. Check for DTCs in the Gauge Menu with the HDS.

Is DTC B1187 indicated?

YES - Go to the DTC B1187 troubleshooting. B1187

NO - Go to step 8.

8. From the Main Menu on the HDS, select SRS, then PARAMETER INFORMATION. In the PARAMETER INFORMATION Menu, select "SCS, MES, Indicator," and read what is indicated on the HDS.

Is OFF indicated on the HDS?

YES - Faulty gauge control module; replace the gauge control module.

NO - Initialize the ODS. If the problem is still present, replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back pad.