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SRS Components
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Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice

Circuit Description

The AIR BAG warning lamp is controlled by the supplemental restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) via Class 2 serial data. When the ignition switch is first turned to the RUN position, the SDM performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself. The SDM then commands the AIR BAG warning lamp OFF after it has flashed seven times.

Diagnostic Aids

    •  If Ignition 1 voltage is outside of the normal operating voltage range (9 -16 volts), the AIR BAG warning lamp will come ON solid with no DTC's set.
    • The loss of serial data communication between the supplemental restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) and the instrument panel cluster (IPC), will cause the AIR BAG warning lamp to come ON solid. Refer to 609195 in Data Link Communications.

Test Description

The number(s) below refer to the step number(s) on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step checks to see if the AIR BAG warning lamp flashes seven times when the ignition switch is first turned to the RUN position.

  2. This step checks to see if DTC U1088 is present in the instrument panel cluster (IPC).

  3. This step checks to see if the AIR BAG warning lamp is being commanded ON.

  4. This step checks to see if ignition 1 voltage to the SDM is more than 9 V.

  5. This step determines if ignition 1 voltage to the SDM is more than 16 V or if there is a malfunctioning SDM.

  6. This step inspects the SDM wiring harness connector for corrosion or damage.

  7. Tests for an open or high resistance in the ignition 1 voltage circuit, and also for a high resistance in the power feed circuit to the AIR BAG Fuse.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the A Diagnostic System Check-SRS?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - SRS

2

Did you perform the A Diagnostic System Check-Instrument Cluster

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Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Instrument Cluster in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

3

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Observe the AIR BAG warning lamp while turning the ignition switch to the RUN position.

Does the AIR BAG warning lamp flash seven times?

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Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

Replace the instrument cluster. Refer to Instrument Cluster Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 15

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5

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Establish communication with the instrument cluster.
  3. Use the scan tool to request the instrument cluster DTC display.

Does the scan tool indicate that DTC U1088 is current?

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Go To DTC U1001-U1254 Lost Communication with XXX in Data Link Communications

Go to Step 6

6

Use the scan tool to request the instrument cluster DTC display.

Does the AIR BAG warning lamp command ON?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

7

  1. Establish communication with the SDM.
  2. Use the scan tool to request the SIR DTC display.

Does the ignition voltage displayed measure more than the specified value?

9 V

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8

Does the ignition voltage displayed measure more than the specified value?

16 V

Go to Symptoms in Engine Electrical

Go to Step 14

9

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the SDM wiring harness connector. Refer to Supplemental Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .
  3. Inspect the SDM wiring harness connector for signs of corrosion or damage.

Does the connector exhibit any signs of corrosion or damage?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 11

10

Replace the SDM wiring harness connector. Refer to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems..

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 15

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11

  1. Disable the SRS system. Refer to Supplemental Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .
  2. Using the DMM measure the resistance between the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) wiring harness connector ignition 1 circuit and the output side of the AIR BAG Fuse. Refer to Circuit Testing in Wiring Systems.

Does the resistance measure within the specified value?

0-2 ohms

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 12

12

Locate and repair an open or high resistance in the ignition 1 circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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13

Locate and repair a high resistance in the power feed circuit to the SRS fuse. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 15

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14

Replace the supplemental restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Refer to Supplemental Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 15

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15

  1. Reconnect all SRS and Instrument Cluster system components.
  2. Verify that all components, connectors, and CPAs are properly mounted.

Have all SRS and Instrument Cluster components been properly connected and mounted?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - SRS

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