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Basic Diagnostics Procedure

A: BASIC DIAGNOSTICS PROCEDURE

4A1: CHECK AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES.
1. Airbag warning light comes ON.
2. Turn ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
3. Check airbag warning light illuminates.

CHECK: Does airbag warning light stay ON after about 7 seconds or remain OFF, or come back ON after 30 seconds?

YES: Repair and replace.

NO: Go to step 4A2.

4A2: CHECK TROUBLE CODE INDICATES.
Perform ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS. Refer to How to Proceed With Diagnostics.


CHECK: Does trouble code indicate?

YES: Repair and replace.Then Go to step 4A3.

NO: Repair and replace.Then Go to step 4A3.

4A3: CHECK AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES.
1. Turn ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
2. Check airbag warning light illuminates.

CHECK: Does airbag warning light stay ON after about 7 seconds or come back ON after 30 seconds?

YES: Repair and replace.

NO: Go to step 4A4.

4A4: CHECK AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES.
Check airbag warning light illuminates.

CHECK: Does airbag warning light come ON for about 7 seconds, then go out and stay out?

YES: Perform clear memory.

NO: Go to step 4A1.
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