Symptom Troubleshooting

Symptom Troubleshooting: 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 and stay on?
YES - Go to the Symptom Troubleshooting "SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stared".

NO - Go to step 2.


4. Connect the HDS to the data link connector located under driver's side of the dashboard.

5. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not troubleshoot the DLC circuit. Testing and Inspection

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. Do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Does the side airbag cutoff indicator flash?
YES - Initialize the ODS unit. Programming and Relearning If problem is still present, replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back. Front Seat-Back Cover Replacement

NO - Faulty gauge control module; replace the gauge control module. Gauge Control Module Replacement