Symptom Troubleshooting

Symptom Troubleshooting: SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored, or cannot be read

SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored, or cannot be read

NOTE: Before doing this troubleshooting procedure, make sure the battery is fully charged. If the battery voltage is low, SRS indicator may stays on.

1. Start the engine, and see if the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) also stays on.

Does the MIL stay on longer than 30 seconds?
YES - Go to the MIL Circuit Troubleshooting. MIL Circuit Troubleshooting

NO - Go to step 2.


2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC). Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit. Testing and Inspection

4. Read the DTC. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Are any SRS DTCs indicated?
YES - Do the SRS DTC troubleshooting.

NO - Go to step 5.


5. Select Body Electrical status with the HDS.

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

Is DTC U0151 indicated?
YES - Troubleshooting DTC U0151 . U0151

NO - Go to step 7.


7. Do the gauge control module self diagnostic function. Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Does the SRS indicator come on?
YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit. SRS Unit Replacement

NO - Faulty gauge control module; replace the gauge control module. Service and Repair