Air Bag Control Module: Description and Operation

PURPOSE
The assembly performs a self check of the microcomputer internal circuits and energizes the system readiness indicator lamp during prove out and whenever a fault occurs.

DESCRIPTION
The electronic monitor assembly contains a microcomputer that monitors the electrical system components and connections.

Eleven different faults can be detected and translated into a coded lamp display. If certain faults occur, the system will be disarmed by a firing disarm device built into the monitor assembly.