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?
YES - Go to the Symptom Troubleshooting "SRS indicator stay on, but no DTCs are stored, or cannot be read".

NO - Go to step 2.


4. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC). Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

5. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not troubleshoot the DLC circuit:
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6. Select Body Electrical Status with the HDS.

7. Check for DTCs in the Gauge Menu with the HDS.

Is DTC B1187 indicated?
YES - Troubleshoot DTC B1187. 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 - Do the initialization ODS unit. Programming and Relearning If problem is still present, replace the seat-back cover/pad with equipped OPDS sensor. Front Seat-Back Cover Replacement

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