Standby Power Supply: Description and Operation

A backup power supply is included in the system to provide air bag deployment if the battery or battery cables are damaged in an accident before the crash sensors close. The power supply is a capacitor that will leak down approximately 15 minutes after the battery is disconnected or in one minute if the battery positive cable is grounded. It is located in the instrument panel and is combined with the diagnostic monitor.

WARNING: THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED BEFORE ANY AIR BAG COMPONENT SERVICE IS PERFORMED.