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Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Verification Test







*ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1

1. *ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1
1. Remove any special tools or jumper wires and reconnect all previously disconnected components - except the Battery.

WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury, turn the ignition on, then reconnect the battery.

2. Connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector - use the most current software available.
3. With the scan tool to erase stored DTCs in all airbag system modules.
4. Turn the ignition off, and wait 15 seconds, then turn the ignition on.
5. Wait one minute, and read active codes and if there are none present read the stored codes.
6. Note: If equipped with Airbag On - Off switch, read the DTC's in all switch positions.
7. Note: Read the DTC's in all airbag system related modules.
8. If the scan tool shows any active or stored codes, Diagnose and repair the DTC(s). If no active or stored codes are present, the repair is complete.
Are any DTC's present or is the original condition still present?

Yes

- Repair is not complete. Diagnose and repair the DTC or symptom that is still present.

No

- Repair is complete.