Airbag System: Inspection

Check the airbag system according to the results of the self-diagnosis. <Ref. to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .>

1. Make sure the airbag connector is connected. If not connected, connect correctly. When disconnected, and the ignition switch is ON, a problem occurs and the airbag warning light blinks.
   Fig 1: Identifying Airbag Warning Light

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2. Turn on the ignition switch and connect the service connector airbag diagnostics terminal (mounted below the lower cover) to the ground terminal.
3. The warning light blinks and the DTC is displayed to identify the problem. When the airbag system is in good condition (when no trouble codes are stored in memory), the warning light blinks in 0.6 second intervals while the diagnostics terminal is connected to the ground terminal.
4. When the warning light displays the DTC, inspect the airbag system according to the diagnostic procedure. <Ref. to BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .>