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Deployment Authorization Procedure

AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURES

NOTE: When replacing both the SAS control module and side air bag sensor together, perform only "After Replacing SAS Control Module"

After Replacing SAS Control Module

1. Install a new SAS control module.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
2. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds, goes off, and then flashes continuously.
- If the air bag system warning light does not flash continuously and indicates a DTC, inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic function. Testing and Inspection When the malfunctions have been repaired and the air bag system warning light flashes continuously, turn the ignition switch to LOCK position. Wait for approximately 1 second or more and then turn the ignition switch back to ON position.
- If the air bag system warning light flashes continuously, turn the ignition switch to LOCK position. Wait for approximately 1 second or more and then turn the ignition switch back to ON position.

2. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.
- If the light stays on, perform the deployment authorization procedure again.

After Replacing Side Air Bag Sensor

1. Install a new side air bag sensor.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
3. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds and then goes off.
- If the light stays on, perform the deployment authorization procedure again.