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Diagnostic Instructions
    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Circuit/System Description

When the ignition is turned ON, the instrument panel cluster (IPC) flashes the AIR BAG indicator seven times. The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within the SIR system. If no SIR system malfunctions exists, the SDM will request the IPC to turn the air bag indicator OFF after it has flashed 7 times. The AIR BAG indicator is controlled by the SDM via serial data.

Diagnostic Aids
    • If the ignition 1 voltage for the SDM is outside of the normal operating voltage range (9-16 volts), the air bag indicator will continuously illuminate and no DTC will set.
    • The loss of serial data communication between the SDM and the IPC will cause the air bag indicator to continuously illuminate. Refer to DTC U1001-U1254.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

SIR System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing
  1. Ignition ON, with a scan tool, verify the Battery Voltage Signal Parameter is 9-16 volts.
    2. ⇒If not the specified range, refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle.
  2. Ignition OFF, monitor the IPC, ignition ON. The SIR warning indicator should flash then turn OFF.
    3. ⇒If the SIR warning indicator continually flashes, program the SDM.
    ⇒If the SIR warning indicator remains on steady, test for DTCs and refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle. If no DTC is current, proceed to the next step.
  3. With a scan tool, perform the Display Test in Instrument Panel Cluster/Special Functions. The Air Bag indicator should turn ON and OFF as commanded.
    4. ⇒If the air bag indicator does not illuminate as expected, replace the IPC.
  4. If all tests are normal, replace the SDM.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  SIR/SRS Wiring Repairs
    •  Control Module References for SDM and IPC replacement, setup, and programming