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Restraint System - Airbag Warning Lamp Is ON

SI M65 06 11
Audio, Navigation, Monitors, Alarms, SRS

May 2011
Technical Service

SUBJECT
Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated: Driver's Side Seat Position Switch Fault

MODEL
R55 (Cooper Clubman, Cooper S Clubman)
R56 (Cooper, Cooper S)
R57 (Cooper Convertible, Cooper S Convertible)

SITUATION

The customer states that the Airbag Warning Lamp (AWL) is illuminated.

CAUSE

The following fault is stored in the ACSM/MRS (Advanced Crash Safety Module) fault memory: "93BF Seat position sensor" driver's side (Short to ground)". Wiring under the seat for the seat position switch may be pinched / damaged.

CORRECTION

Perform a vehicle test with ISTA (Integrated Service Technical Application) and complete the test plan "B6577_ACSM11-Seat position sensor". The fault is stored in the control unit but may not be currently present. Inspect the seat position switch wiring under the seat as it may be pinched between the seat spring and seat frame.

Refer to the attachment for repair hints on the seat position switch wiring located under the driver's seat.





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M650611 Procedure