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SRS (supplemental Restraint System) Acura RSX I

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Scheme 39: Component Location Index
Scheme 39: Component Location Index

General Precautions

Please read the following precautions carefully before performing the airbag system service. Observe the instructions described in this manual, or the airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.

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Scheme 40: General Precautions
Scheme 40: General Precautions
  1. Except when performing electrical inspections, always turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work. NOTE: The SRS memory is not erased even if the ignition switch is turned OFF or the battery cables are disconnected from the battery.
  2. Use replacement parts which are manufactured to the same standards and quality as the original parts. Do not install used SRS parts. Use only new parts when making SRS repairs.
  3. Carefully inspect any SRS part before you install it. Do not install any part that shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks, or deformation.
  4. Before removing any of the SRS parts (including disconnection of the connectors), always disconnect the SRS connector.
  5. Use only a digital multimeter to check the system. If it is not a Honda multimeter, make sure its output is 10 mA (0.01 A) or less when switched to the lowest value in the ohmmeter range. A tester with a higher output could cause accidental deployment and possible injury.
  6. Do not put objects on the front passenger's airbag.
  7. The original radio has a coded theft protection circuit. Be sure to get the customer's radio code and write down the frequencies for the radio's preset stations before disconnecting the battery negative cable.
  8. Before returning the vehicle to the customer, enter the radio code, then enter the customer's radio station presets, and set the clock. Do the idle learn procedure (see «ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/testing-diagnostics/#idle-control-system) ).

Cable Reel Alignment

  1. Misalignment of the cable reel could cause an open in the wiring, making the SRS system and the horn inoperative. Center the cable reel whenever the following is performed (see step 6 ). Installation of the steering wheel Installation of the cable reel Installation of the steering column Other steering-related adjustment or installation
  2. Do not disassemble the cable reel.
  3. Do not apply grease to the cable reel.
  4. If the cable reel shows any signs of damage, replace it with a new one. For example, if it does not rotate smoothly, replace the cable reel.

Airbag Handling and Storage

Do not disassemble an airbag. It has no serviceable parts. Once an airbag has been deployed, it cannot be repaired or reused. For temporary storage of the airbag during service, please observe the following precautions.

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Scheme 41: Airbag Handling and Storage
Scheme 41: Airbag Handling and Storage

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  1. Store the removed airbag with the pad surface up. Never put anything on the removed airbag.
  2. To prevent damage to the airbag, keep it away from any oil, grease, detergent, or water.
  3. Store the removed airbag on a secure, flat surface away from any high heat source (exceeding 200 °F/93 °C).
  4. Never perform electrical inspections to the airbags, such as measuring resistance.
  5. Do not position yourself in front of the airbag during removal, inspection, or replacement.
  6. For proper disposal of a damaged airbag, refer to airbag disposal (see «AIRBAG DISPOSAL»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__airbag-disposal) ).

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Scheme 45: SRS Unit, Front Sensors, and Side Impact Sensors
Scheme 45: SRS Unit, Front Sensors, and Side Impact Sensors

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  1. Be careful not to bump or impact the SRS unit, front sensors, or the side impact sensors whenever the ignition switch is ON (II), or for at least 3 minutes after the ignition switch is turned OFF.
  2. During installation or replacement, be careful not to bump (by impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area around the SRS unit, front sensors, and side impact sensors. The airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injury.
  3. After a collision in which any airbags or seat belt tensioners were deployed, replace the SRS unit, front sensors, and other related components (see «COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__component-replacementinspection-after-deployment) ). After a collision in which a side airbag was deployed, replace the side impact sensor on the deployed side and the SRS unit. After a collision in which the airbags or the side airbags did not deploy, inspect for any damage or any deformation on the SRS unit, front sensors, and the side impact sensors. If there is any damage, replace the SRS unit and/or the side impact sensors.
  4. Do not disassemble the SRS unit, front sensors, or the side impact sensors.
  5. Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning installation or replacement of the SRS unit, or disconnecting the connectors from the SRS unit.
  6. Be sure the SRS unit, front sensors, and side impact sensors are installed securely with the mounting bolts torqued to 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7.2 lbf.ft)
  7. Do not spill water or oil on the SRS unit or the side impact sensors, and keep them away from dust.
  8. Store the SRS unit and the side impact sensors in a cool (less than 104°F/40°C) and dry (less than 80% relative humidity, no moisture) area.

Wiring Precautions

Some of the SRS wiring can be identified by a special yellow outer covering, and the SRS connectors can be identified by their yellow color. Observe the instructions.

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Scheme 47: Wiring Precautions
Scheme 47: Wiring Precautions

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  1. Never attempt to modify, splice, or repair SRS wiring. If there is an open or damage in SRS wiring, replace the harness.
  2. Be sure to install the harness wires so they do not get pinched or interfere with other parts.
  3. Make sure all SRS ground locations are clean, and grounds are securely fastened for optimum metal-to-metal contact. Poor grounding can cause intermittent problems that are difficult to diagnose.

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Scheme 49: Precautions for Electrical Inspections
Scheme 49: Precautions for Electrical Inspections

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  1. When using electrical test equipment, insert the probe of the tester into the wire side of the connector. Do not insert the probe of the tester into the terminal side of the connector, and do not tamper with the connector.
  2. Use a U-shaped probe. Do not insert the probe forcibly.
  3. Use specified service connectors in troubleshooting. Using improper tools could cause an error in inspection due to poor metal-to-metal contact.

Spring-loaded Lock Connector

Some SRS system connectors have a spring-loaded lock.

Disconnecting

To release the lock, pull the spring-loaded sleeve (A) toward the stop (B) while holding the opposite half of the connector. Then pull the connector halves apart. Be sure to pull on the sleeve and not on the connector.

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Scheme 51: Disconnecting
Scheme 51: Disconnecting

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Scheme 52: Connecting
Scheme 52: Connecting

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  1. To reconnect, hold the pawl-side connector, and press on the back of the sleeve-side connector in the direction shown. As the 2 connector halves are pressed together, the sleeve (A) is pushed back by the pawl (C). Do not touch the sleeve.
  2. When the connector halves are completely connected, the pawl is released, and the spring-loaded sleeve locks the connector.

To release the lock, pull the spring-loaded sleeve (A) and the slider (B) while holding the opposite half of the connector. Then pull the connector halves apart. Be sure to pull on the sleeve and not on the connector half.

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Scheme 54: Disconnecting
Scheme 54: Disconnecting

Connecting

Hold both connector halves, and press them firmly together until the projection (C) of the sleeve-side connector clicks.

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Scheme 55: Connecting
Scheme 55: Connecting

Backprobing Spring-loaded Lock Connectors

When checking voltage or resistance on this type of connector the first time, you must remove the retainer to insert the tester probe from the wire side.

Note. It is not necessary to reinstall the removed retainer; the terminals will stay locked in the connector housing.

To remove the retainer (A), insert a flat-tip screwdriver (B) between the connector body and the retainer, then carefully pry out the retainer. Take care not to break the connector.

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Scheme 56: Backprobing Spring-loaded Lock Connectors
Scheme 56: Backprobing Spring-loaded Lock Connectors

Seats with Side Airbags

Seats with side airbags have a "SIDE AIRBAG" label on the seat-back. Because the component parts (seat-back cover, cushion, etc.) of seats with and without airbags are different, make sure you install only the correct replacement parts.

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Scheme 57: Seats with Side Airbags
Scheme 57: Seats with Side Airbags
  1. When cleaning, do not saturate the seat with liquid, and do not spray steam on the seat.
  2. Do not repair a torn or frayed seat-back cover. Replace the seat-back cover.
  3. After a collision in which the side airbag was deployed, replace the side airbag with new parts. If the seat-back cushion is split, it must be replaced. If the seat-back frame is deformed, it must be replaced.
  4. Never put aftermarket accessories on the seat (covers, pads, seat heaters, lights, etc.).

Disconnecting System Connectors

Before removing a front airbag, side airbag, or other SRS related devices (the SRS unit, the cable reel, the front impact sensor, the side impact sensors, the seat belt buckle tensioners, and the seat belt tensioner connector), disconnecting connectors from related devices, or removing the dashboard or the steering column, disconnect the airbag connectors or the side airbag connectors to prevent accidental deployment. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning the following procedures.

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Scheme 58: Disconnecting System Connectors
Scheme 58: Disconnecting System Connectors
  1. Before disconnecting SRS unit connector A(18P)from the SRS unit, disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (B), the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (D), the left side seat belt tensioner 2P connector (E), and the right side seat belt tensioner 2P connector (F).
  2. Before disconnecting SRS unit connector B from the SRS unit, disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (G, H) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (I, J).
  3. Before disconnecting the cable reel 4P connector (K), disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (B).
  4. Before disconnecting the floor wire harness 4P connector (L), disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (E, F).
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes.

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Scheme 59: Driver's Airbag
Scheme 59: Driver's Airbag
  1. 2. Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (A) from the cable reel.

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Scheme 60: Front Passenger's Airbag
Scheme 60: Front Passenger's Airbag
  1. 3. Remove the glove box, then disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness.

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Scheme 61: Side Airbag
Scheme 61: Side Airbag
  1. 4. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.

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Scheme 62: Seat Belt Tensioner
Scheme 62: Seat Belt Tensioner
  1. 5. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector from both seat belt tensioners.

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Scheme 63: Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
Scheme 63: Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
  1. 6. Disconnect both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (A).

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Scheme 64: SRS Unit
Scheme 64: SRS Unit
  1. 7. Disconnect SRS unit connector A, and/or SRS unit connector B, and/or SRS unit connector C from the SRS unit.

DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codes)

The self-diagnostic function of the SRS system allows it to locate the causes of system problems and then store this information in memory. For easier troubleshooting, this data can be retrieved via a data link circuit.

  1. When you turn the ignition switch ON (II), the SRS indicator comes on. If it goes off after 6 seconds, the system is normal, and is not currently detecting any abnormality.
  2. If there is an abnormality, the system locates and defines the problem, stores this information in memory, and turns the SRS indicator on. The data will remain in the memory even when the ignition switch is turned off or if the battery is disconnected.
  3. The data is stored in memory as a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
  4. DTCs are either latching or resetting, depending on the malfunction. With resetting DTCs the SRS indicator will go off the next time the ignition switch is turned ON (II) and the system is normal, but the DTC is still stored. With latching DTCs the SRS indicator will not turn OFF until the malfunction is repaired and the DTC is cleared.
  5. When you connect the HDS to the 16P data link connector (DLC) to short the SCS terminal, and turn the ignition switch ON (II), the SRS indicator will indicate the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) by the number of blinks.
  6. When you connect the HDS to the 16P data link connector (DLC), you can retrieve a more detailed DTC in the Honda Systems "SRS" menu.
  7. After reading and recording the DTC, proceed with the troubleshooting procedure for that code.

Precautions

  1. Make sure the battery is sufficiently charged. If the battery is dead or low, measuring values won't be correct.
  2. Use only a digital multimeter to check the system. If it's not a Honda multimeter, make sure its output is 10 mA (0.01 A) or less when switched to the smallest value in the ohmmeter range. A tester with a higher output could damage the airbag circuit, or cause accidental airbag deployment and possible injury.
  3. Whenever the ignition switch is ON (II), or has been turned OFF for less than 3 minutes, be careful not to bump the SRS unit; the airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.
  4. Before you remove the SRS harness, disconnect the driver's airbag connector, the front passenger's airbag connector, both side airbag connectors, both seat belt buckle tensioner connectors, and both seat belt tensioner connectors.
  5. Do not touch a tester probe to the terminals in the SRS unit or harness connectors, and do not connect the terminals with a jumper wire. Use only the backprobe set and the HDS. Backprobe spring-loaded lock type connectors correctly.

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Scheme 65: HDS
Scheme 65: HDS
  1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  4. Use the HDS to check for DTCs.
  5. Read and record the DTC.
  6. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait for 10 seconds.
  7. Disconnect the HDS from the DLC.
  8. Do the troubleshooting procedure for the DTC.

HDS "SCS" Menu Method (retrieving the flash codes)

The SRS indicator (A) indicates the DTC by the number of blinks when the HDS is connected to the DLC (data link connector)(16P)(B).

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Scheme 66: HDS "SCS" Menu Method (retrieving the flash codes)
Scheme 66: HDS "SCS" Menu Method (retrieving the flash codes)
  1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Connect the HDS to the DLC (16P), and follow the HDS prompts in the "SCS" menu.
  3. Make sure the SCS line is grounded, then turn the ignition switch ON (II). The SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, and then goes off. Then it will blink to indicate the DTCs.
  4. Read the DTC.
  5. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait for 10 seconds.
  6. Disconnect the HDS from the DLC (16P).
  7. Proceed with the troubleshooting procedure for the DTC.

Patterns of DTC Indications

The DTC consists of a main code and sub code.

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Scheme 67: Patterns of DTC Indications
Scheme 67: Patterns of DTC Indications

Reading the main code

In case of 1 ~ 10

Count the number of blinks.

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Scheme 68: Reading the main code
Scheme 68: Reading the main code

In case of 11 ~ 15

Four fast blinks count as 10.

Add any further blinks together as shown.

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Scheme 69

In case of 20 or more

Two sets of four continuous blinks count as 20.

Add any further blinks together as shown.

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Reading the sub code

Count the number of blinks.

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Scheme 71: Reading the sub code
Scheme 71: Reading the sub code

If the main code is '3', and the sub code is '4', record a DTC 3-4.

  1. Including the most recent problem, up to three different DTCs can be indicated (Scheme 72)
  2. In case of a continuous failure, the DTC will be indicated repeatedly (Scheme 72)
  3. In case of an intermittent failure, the SRS indicator will indicate the DTCs one time, then it will stay on (Scheme 73)
  4. If both a continuous and an intermittent failure occur, both DTCs will be indicated as continuous failures.
  5. When the system is normal (no DTC), the SRS indicator will stay on (Scheme 74)
  6. If the SRS indicator comes on continuously without a DTC, there may be a problem with the system.
  7. If the SRS indicator does not come on as indicated above, always check for an open or a short to ground in the SCS circuit before troubleshooting the system.

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Scheme 72: Examples of DTC indications
Scheme 72: Examples of DTC indications

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  1. Continuous failure, SRS Indicator blinks like this
  2. Intermittent failure, SRS Indicator blinks like this
  3. Normal (no failure, SRS Indicator blinks like this

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Scheme 75: Erasing the DTC Memory with HDS
Scheme 75: Erasing the DTC Memory with HDS
  1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  4. In the TEST MODE MENU of the HDS, select DTC CLEAR. This erases the DTC(s).
  5. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait for 10 seconds.
  6. Disconnect the HDS from the DLC.

Erasing the DTC Memory with Manual Mode

Special Tools Required

SCS service connector 07PAZ-0010100

To erase the DTC(s) from the SRS unit, follow this procedure.

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Scheme 76: Erasing the DTC Memory with Manual Mode
Scheme 76: Erasing the DTC Memory with Manual Mode
  1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
  2. Connect the SCS service connector (A) to the MES connector (2P) (B). Do not use a jumper wire.
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  4. The SRS indicator will come on for about 6 seconds, and then go off. Remove the SCS service connector from the MES connector (2P) within 4 seconds after the indicator goes off.
  5. The SRS indicator will come on again. Reconnect the SCS service connector to the MES connector (2P) within 4 seconds after the indicator comes on.
  6. When the SRS indicator goes off, remove the SCS service connector from the MES connector (2P) within 4 seconds.
  7. The SRS indicator will blink two times indicating that the memory has been erased.
  8. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and wait for 10 seconds.
  9. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) again after the procedure. If the SRS indicator comes on for 6 seconds, and then goes off, the system is OK.

Initializing the OPDS (Occupant Position Detection System) Unit

When a seat-back cover, seat-back cushion, and/or OPDS unit is replaced, initialize the OPDS by following the procedure.

Note. A new (uninitialized) OPDS unit installed with a faulty OPDS sensor can cause DTC 15-1.

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Scheme 77: Initializing the OPDS (Occupant Position Detection System) Unit
Scheme 77: Initializing the OPDS (Occupant Position Detection System) Unit
  1. Erase the DTC memory (see " «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ").
  2. Make sure the front passenger's seat is dry. Set the seat-back in a normal position, and make sure there is nothing on the seat.
  3. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF and the MES connector is not shorted.
  4. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
  5. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  6. From the HDS Main Menu, select SRS, then Misc Test, then adjustments. In the Adjustment Menu, select OPDS INIT. Follow the screen prompts to initialize the OPDS.
  7. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  8. Disconnect the HDS from the DLC. NOTE: If the OPDS system fails to initialize after several attempts, replace the OPDS sensor and retry. If the OPDS system continues to fail to initialize, replace the OPDS unit.

Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures

If there was a malfunction, but it doesn't recur, it will be stored in the memory as an intermittent failure, and the SRS indicator comes on.

After checking the DTC, troubleshoot as follows

  1. Read the DTC (see " «READING THE DTC»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ").
  2. Erase the DTC memory (see " «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ").
  3. Set the parking brake, start the engine, and let it idle.
  4. The SRS indicator will come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
  5. Shake the wire harness and the connectors, take a test-drive (quick acceleration, quick braking, cornering), turn the steering wheel fully left and right, and hold it there for 5 to 10 seconds. If the problem recurs, the SRS indicator will come on.
  6. If you can't duplicate the intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.

DTC Troubleshooting Index

DTCDetection ItemNotes
1-1Open or increased resistance in driver's airbag inflator(see DTC 1-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
1-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's airbag inflator(see DTC 1-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
1-4Short to power in driver's airbag inflator(see DTC 1-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
1-5Short to ground in driver's airbag inflator(see DTC 1-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
2-1Open or increased resistance in front passenger's airbag inflator(see DTC 2-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
2-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's airbag inflator(see DTC 2-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
2-4Short to power in front passenger's airbag inflator(see DTC 2-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
2-5Short to ground in front passenger's airbag inflator(see DTC 2-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR )
3-1Open or increased resistance in driver's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 3-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
3-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 3-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
3-4Short to power in driver's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 3-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
3-5Short to ground in driver's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 3-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
21-1Open or increased resistance in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 21-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
21-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 21-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
21-4Short to power in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 21-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
21-5Short to ground in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 21-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
4-1Open or increased resistance in front passenger's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 4-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
4-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 4-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
4-4Short to power in front passenger's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 4-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
4-5Short to ground in front passenger's seat belt tensioner(see DTC 4-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER )
22-1Open or increased resistance in front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 22-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
22-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 22-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
22-4Short to power in front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 22-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
22-5Short to ground in front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner(see DTC 22-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER )
5-1Internal failure of SRS unit NOTE: Before troubleshooting DTCs 5-1 through 8-6, check battery/system voltage. If voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS system.(see DTC 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-8, 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-8, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7, 8-8: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE SRS UNIT )
5-2
5-4
5-8
6-3
6-4
6-7
6-8
7-1
7-2
7-3
8-1
8-2
8-3
8-4
8-5
8-6
8-7
8-8
9-1Internal failure of the SRS unit. If intermittent, it could mean internal failure of the unit or a faulty indicator circuit. Refer to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT ). NOTE: Before troubleshooting DTC 9-1 or 9-2, check battery/system voltage. If the voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS.(see DTC 9-1: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE SRS UNIT )
9-2Internal failure of the SRS unit. If intermittent, it could mean internal failure of the power supply (VB line). Refer to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT ). NOTE: Before troubleshooting DTC 9-1 or 9-2, check battery/system voltage. If the voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS.(see DTC 9-2: FAULTY POWER SUPPLY (VB LINE) )
9-3Faulty driver's seat belt buckle switch(see DTC 9-3: FAULTY DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH )
9-4Faulty front passenger's seat belt buckle switch(see DTC 9-4: FAULTY FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH )
9-6Faulty left front impact sensor(see DTC 9-6: FAULTY LEFT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR )
9-7Faulty right front impact sensor(see DTC 9-7: FAULTY RIGHT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR )
10-1Seat belt and seat belt buckle tensioners (and/or airbag(s)) deployed(see DTC 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-8, 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-8, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7, 8-8: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE SRS UNIT )
10-2Driver's side airbag deployed
10-3Seat belt and seat-belt buckle tensioners (and/or airbag(s)) and driver's side airbag deployed
10-4Front passenger's side airbag deployed
10-5Seat belt and seat-belt buckle tensioners (and/or airbag(s)) and front passenger's side airbag deployed
10-6Driver's and front passenger's side airbags deployed
10-7Seat belt and seat-belt buckle tensioners (and/or airbag(s)) and driver's and front passenger's side airbags deployed
11-1Open or increased resistance in driver's side airbag inflator(see DTC 11-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
11-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's side airbag inflator(see DTC 11-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
11-4Short to power in driver's side airbag inflator(see DTC 11-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
11-5Short to ground in driver's side airbag inflator(see DTC 11-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
12-1Open or increased resistance in front passenger's side airbag inflator(see DTC 12-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
12-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's side airbag inflator(see DTC 12-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
12-4Short to power in front passenger's side airbag inflator(see DTC 12-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
12-5Short to ground in front passenger's side airbag inflator(see DTC 12-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR )
13-1Internal failure of the driver's side impact sensor(see DTC 13-1, 13-2: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR )
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13-3No signal from the driver's side impact sensor(see DTC 13-3: NO SIGNAL FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR )
13-4Faulty power supply to the driver's side impact sensor(see DTC 13-4: FAULTY POWER SUPPLY TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR )
14-1Internal failure of the front passenger's side impact sensor(see DTC 13-1, 13-2: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR )
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14-3No signal from the front passenger's side impact sensor(see DTC 14-3: NO SIGNAL FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR )
14-4Faulty power supply to the front passenger's side impact sensor(see DTC 14-4: FAULTY POWER SUPPLY TO THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR )
15-1Faulty OPDS unit or OPDS system not initialized(see DTC 15-1: FAULTY OPDS UNIT OR OPDS SYSTEM NOT INITIALIZED )
15-2Faulty side airbag cut-off indicator circuit(see DTC 15-2: FAULTY SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR CIRCUIT )
15-3Faulty OPDS sensor(see DTC 15-3: FAULTY OPDS SENSOR )
NOTE
Before troubleshooting DTCs 5-1 through 8-6, check battery/system voltage. If voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS system.
NOTE
Before troubleshooting DTC 9-1 or 9-2, check battery/system voltage. If the voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS.
NOTE
Before troubleshooting DTC 9-1 or 9-2, check battery/system voltage. If the voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS.

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Symptom Troubleshooting Index

SymptomDiagnostic procedureAlso check for
SRS indicator does not come onSymptom Troubleshooting (see SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING )
SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are storedSymptom Troubleshooting (see SRS INDICATOR STAYS ON, BUT NO DTCS ARE STORED )Inability to retrieve DTCs with the HDS. Retrieve the flash codes using the SCS menu method (see HDS "SCS" MENU METHOD (RETRIEVING THE FLASH CODES) ).
Side airbag cutoff indicator stays on after bulb check, and no DTCs are stored, or side airbag cutoff indicator is flashingMake sure nothing is on the front passenger's seat. If the side airbag cutoff indicator stays on after the ignition switch is turned ON (II), initialize the OPDS unit (see INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT ). If the side airbag cutoff indicator operates normally, the system is OK. If the side airbag cutoff indicator stays on or flashes, replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back (see SEAT-BACK COVER ). The sensor is part of the seatback pad.DTC 15-2 troubleshooting

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Airbags

The SRS is a safety device which, when used with the seat belt, is designed to help protect the driver and front passenger in a frontal impact exceeding a certain set limit. The system consists of the SRS unit, including safing sensor and impact sensor (A), the cable reel (B), the driver's airbag (C), the front passenger's airbag (D), side airbags (E), seat belt tensioners (I), and front impact sensors (J). Since the driver's and front passenger's airbags use the same sensors, both normally inflate at the same time. However, it is possible for only one airbag to inflate. This can occur when the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold, that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.

Side Airbags

The side airbags (E) are in each front seat-back. They help protect the upper torso of the driver or front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact. Side impact sensors (F) in each door sill and in the SRS unit detect such an impact and instantly inflate the driver's or the passenger's side airbag. Only one side airbag will deploy during a side impact. If the impact is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger.

Seat Belt and Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners

The seat belt and seat belt buckle tensioners are linked with the SRS airbags to further increase the effectiveness of the seat belt. In a front-end collision, the tensioners instantly retract the belt and buckle firmly to secure the occupants in their seats.

OPDS

The side airbag system also includes an occupant position detection system (OPDS). This system consists of sensors (G) and a OPDS unit (H) in the front passenger's seat-back. The OPDS unit sends occupant height and position data to the SRS unit. If the SRS unit determines that the front passenger is of small stature (for example, a child) and the front passenger is leaning into the side airbag deployment path, the SRS unit will automatically disable the passenger's airbag. The SRS unit will also disable the airbag when the OPDS detects certain objects on the seat. When the side airbag is disabled, the side airbag cutoff indicator on the instrument panel alerts the driver that the passenger's side airbag will not deploy in a side impact. When the object is removed, or the passenger sits upright, the side airbag cutoff indicator will go off after a few seconds, alerting the driver that the side airbag will deploy in a side impact.

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Scheme 78: OPDS
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SRS Operation

The main circuit in the SRS unit senses and judges the force of impact and, if necessary, ignites the inflator charges. If battery voltage is too low or power is disconnected due to the impact, the voltage regulator and the back-up power circuit, respectively, will keep voltage at a constant level.

Driver's and Front Passenger's Airbag(s)

  1. A front impact sensor must activate, and send electric signals to the microprocessor.
  2. The microprocessor must compute the signals, and depending on the severity of the collision and whether the seat belt is buckled or unbuckled, it sends the appropriate signals to the airbag inflator(s).
  3. The inflators that received signals must ignite and deploy the airbags.

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Scheme 79: Side Airbag(s)
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  1. A side impact sensor must activate, and send electric signals to the microprocessor.
  2. The microprocessor must compute the signals and send them to the side airbag inflator(s). However, the microprocessor cuts off the signals to the front passenger's side airbag if the SRS unit determines that the front passenger's head is in the deployment path of the side airbag.
  3. The inflator that received the signal must ignite and deploy the side airbag.

Self-diagnosis System

A self-diagnosis circuit is built into the SRS unit; if the SRS is operating normally, when the ignition switch is turned ON (II), the SRS indicator comes on and goes off after about 6 seconds. If the indicator does not come on, or does not go off after 6 seconds, or if it comes on while driving, it indicates an abnormality in the SRS. The SRS must be inspected and repaired as soon as possible. For better serviceability, the SRS unit memory stores a DTC that relates to the cause of the malfunction, and the unit is connected to the data link connector (DLC). This information can be read with the HDS when it is connected to the DLC (16P) (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).

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DTC Troubleshooting

DTCDescription
DTC 1-1Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Airbag Inflator
DTC 1-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Airbag Inflator
DTC 1-4Short to Power in Driver's Airbag Inflator
DTC 1-5Short to Ground in Driver's Airbag Inflator
DTC 2-1Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator
DTC 2-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator
DTC 2-4Short to Power in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator
DTC 2-5Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator
DTC 3-1Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 3-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 3-4Short to Power in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 3-5Short to Ground in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 21-1Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 21-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 21-4Short to Power in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 21-5Short to Ground in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 4-1Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 4-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 4-4Short to Power in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 4-5Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner
DTC 22-1Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 22-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 22-4Short to Power in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 22-5Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
DTC 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-8, 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-8, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7, 8-8Internal Failure of the SRS Unit
DTC 10-1, 10-2, 10-3, 10-4, 10-5, 10-6, 10-7Airbags, Side Airbags and/or Seat Belt and Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners Deployed
DTC 9-1Internal Failure of the SRS Unit
DTC 9-2Faulty Power Supply (VB line)
DTC 13-1, 13-2Internal Failure of the Driver's Side Impact Sensor
DTC 14-1, 14-2Internal Failure of the Front Passenger's Side Impact Sensor
DTC 9-3Faulty Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Switch
DTC 9-4Faulty Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Switch
DTC 9-6Faulty Left Front Impact Sensor
DTC 9-7Faulty Right Front Impact Sensor
DTC 11-1Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 11-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 11-4Short to Power in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 11-5Short to Ground in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 12-1Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 12-3Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 12-4Short to Power in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 12-5Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator
DTC 13-3No Signal from the Driver's Side Impact Sensor
DTC 13-4Faulty Power Supply to the Driver's Side Impact Sensor
DTC 14-3No Signal from the Front Passenger's Side Impact Sensor
DTC 14-4Faulty Power Supply to the Front Passenger's Side Impact Sensor
DTC 15-1Faulty OPDS Unit or OPDS System Not Initialized
DTC 15-2Faulty Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Circuit
DTC 15-3Faulty OPDS Sensor

A00218855

DTC 1-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector from the cable reel (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the cable reel 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 1-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the driver's airbag inflator; replace the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the cable reel.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 7 and the No. 16 terminals and between the No. 6 and the No. 15 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector A (18P) and the SRS unit; check the connection between the connector and the SRS unit. If the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the dashboard wire harness or the cable reel; replace the cable reel (see «CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). If the problem is still present, replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 1-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector from the cable reel (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the cable reel 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 1-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short in the driver's airbag inflator; replace the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Disconnect the simulator lead from the cable reel 4P connector.
  14. Check resistance between the No. 7 and the No. 16 terminals and between the No. 6 and the No. 15 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Go to step 15.
  15. Disconnect the cable reel from the dashboard wire harness. Check resistance between the No. 7 and the No. 16 terminals and between the No. 6 and the No. 15 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Replace the cable reel (see «CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 1-4: Short to Power in Driver's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector from the cable reel (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the cable reel 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 1-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the driver's airbag inflator; replace the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Disconnect the simulator lead from the cable reel 4P connector.
  14. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  15. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  16. Check for voltage between the No. 7 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, between the No. 16 terminal and body ground, between the No. 6 terminal and body ground, and between the No. 15 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Go to step 17.
  17. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  18. Disconnect the cable reel from the dashboard wire harness.
  19. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  20. Check for voltage between the No. 7 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, between the No. 16 terminal and body ground, between the No. 6 terminal and body ground, and between the No. 15 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Replace the cable reel (see «CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 1-5: Short to Ground in Driver's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector from the cable reel (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the cable reel 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 1-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the driver's airbag inflator; replace the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Disconnect the simulator lead from the cable reel 4P connector.
  14. Check resistance between the No. 7 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, between the No. 16 terminal and body ground, between the No. 6 terminal and body ground, and between the No. 15 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Go to step 15.
  15. Disconnect the cable reel from the dashboard wire harness.
  16. Check resistance between the No. 7 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, between the No. 16 terminal and body ground, between the No. 6 terminal and body ground, and between the No. 15 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Replace the cable reel (see «CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 2-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 2-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the front passenger's airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's airbag (see «FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (A) from the cable reel.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 4 and No. 13 terminals and between the No. 5 and No. 14 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at the SRS unit connector A (18P). Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 2-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 2-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short in the front passenger's airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's airbag (see «FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (A) from the cable reel.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness 2P connectors (B).
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  14. Check resistance between the No. 4 and No. 13 terminals and between the No. 5 and No. 14 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 2-4: Short to Power in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 2-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the front passenger's airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's airbag (see «FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (A) from the cable reel.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  14. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  15. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  16. Check for voltage between the No. 4 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, between the No. 13 terminal and body ground, between the No. 5 terminal and body ground, and between the No. 14 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 2-5: Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 2-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the front passenger's airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's airbag (see «FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (A) from the cable reel.
  11. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (A) from the floor wire harness.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  14. Check resistance between the No. 4 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 13 terminal and body ground, between the No. 5 terminal and body ground, and between the No. 14 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 3-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the driver's seat belt tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Open or increased resistance in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and front passenger's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness.
  18. Check resistance between the No. 8 terminal and the No. 17 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector A (18P) and the SRS unit. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 3-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short in the driver's seat belt tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Short in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and front passenger's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  18. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  19. Check resistance between the No. 8 terminal and the No. 17 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 3-4: Short to Power in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the driver's seat belt tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and front passenger's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  18. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  19. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  20. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  21. Check for voltage between the No. 8 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground and between the No. 17 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 3-5: Short to Ground in Driver's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the driver's seat belt tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 3-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and front passenger's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  18. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  19. Check resistance between the No. 8 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 17 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 21-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 21-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt buckle.
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 10 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector B (18P) and the SRS unit. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 21-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Toots Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector from the floor wire harness 4P connector (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 21-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short in the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt buckle (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 10 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 21-4: Short to Power in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 21-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt buckle (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  13. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  14. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  15. Check for voltage between the No. 1 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 10 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 21-5: Short to Ground in Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 21-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the driver's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 1 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 10 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 4-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the front passenger's seat belt tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Open or increased resistance in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and driver's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness.
  18. Check resistance between the No. 9 terminal and the No. 18 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector A (18P) and the SRS unit. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 4-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short in the front passenger's seat belt tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Short in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and driver's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P)from the SRS unit.
  18. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  19. Check resistance between the No. 9 terminal and the No. 18 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 4-4: Short to Power in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the front passenger's seat belt tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and driver's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  18. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  19. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  20. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  21. Check for voltage between the No. 9 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 18 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 4-5: Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead C 07TAZ-SZ5011A
  3. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt tensioner 2P connector from the floor wire harness (A).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead C to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the front passenger's seat belt tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the floor wire harness 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness C504.
  11. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector C504.
  12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  13. Erase the DTC memory.
  14. Read the DTC. Is DTC 4-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 15. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  16. Disconnect the driver's airbag connector (A), front passenger's airbag connector (B), and driver's seat belt tensioner connector (C).
  17. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  18. Disconnect the simulator lead from the dashboard wire harness 4P connector.
  19. Check resistance between the No. 9 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 18 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.

DTC 22-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (A) from the floor wire harness.
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 22-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt buckle (see «SEAT BELT BUCKLE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 2 and No. 11 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector B (18P) and at the SRS unit. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 22-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (A) from the floor wire harness.
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 22-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short in the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt buckle (see «SEAT BELT BUCKLE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 2 and No. 11 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 22-4: Short to Power in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (A) from the floor wire harness.
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 22-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt buckle (see «SEAT BELT BUCKLE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  13. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  14. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  15. Check for voltage between the No. 2 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 11 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 22-5: Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead F 07XAZ-SZ30100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (A) from the floor wire harness.
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connectors) and the simulator lead F to the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 22-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the front passenger's seat belt buckle tensioner; replace the front passenger's seat belt buckle (see «SEAT BELT BUCKLE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (A) and the driver's seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 4P connector.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 2 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 11 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-8, 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-8, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7, 8-8: Internal Failure of the SRS Unit

Note. Before troubleshooting any of these DTCs, check the battery/system voltage. If the voltage is low, repair the charging system or replace the battery before troubleshooting the SRS. If the battery/system voltage is now OK, ask the customer if the battery ever went dead. A dead battery may trigger one of these DTCs.

  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .

DTC 10-1, 10-2, 10-3, 10-4, 10-5, 10-6, 10-7: Airbags, Side Airbags and/or Seat Belt and Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners Deployed

The SRS unit must be replaced after any airbags have deployed (see SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT ).

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Scheme 197: DTC 9-1: Internal Failure of the SRS Unit
Scheme 197: DTC 9-1: Internal Failure of the SRS Unit

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  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  2. Disconnect SRS unit connector C (8P) from the SRS unit.
  3. Remove the gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ). Disconnect gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) from the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  4. Check resistance between the No. 5 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P) and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Short to ground in the PNK wire of dashboard wire harness or floor wire harness. Replace the faulty harness.
  5. Reconnect the gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) to the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  6. Check resistance between the No. 5 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P) and body ground. There should be 500 ohm or more. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Faulty SRS indicator circuit in the gauge assembly; replace the gauge assembly.

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Scheme 202: DTC 9-2: Faulty Power Supply (VB line)
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  1. Check the No. 13 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Is the fuse OK? YES - Go to step 5 . NO - Go to step 2.
  2. Replace the No. 13 (10 A) fuse.
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and wait for 30 seconds. Then turn the ignition switch OFF.
  4. Check the No. 13 (10 A) fuse. Is the fuse OK? YES - The system is OK at this time. NO - Short in the under-dash fuse/relay box No. 13 (10 A) fuse circuit.
  5. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  6. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  7. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  8. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (see «SEAT BELT TENSIONER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  9. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  10. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  11. Connect a voltmeter between the No. 3 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and measure the voltage. There should be battery voltage. Is there battery voltage? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at the SRS unit connector A (18P); check the connection. If the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Go to step 12.
  12. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  13. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  14. Disconnect dashboard wire harness B connector S from the under-dash fuse/relay box (see «UNDERDASH FUSE/RELAY BOX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/body-electrical/#fuserelay-boxes__under-dash-fuserelay-box) ).
  15. Check resistance between the No. 3 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and the No. 2 terminal of dashboard wire harness B connector S. There should be 0-1.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Open in the under-dash fuse/relay box or poor connection at the dashboard wire harness connector S; check the connection. If the connection is OK, replace the under-dash fuse/relay box (see «UNDERDASH FUSE/RELAY BOX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/body-electrical/#fuserelay-boxes__under-dash-fuserelay-box) ). NO - Open in dashboard wire harness B; replace dashboard wire harness B.

DTC 13-1, 13-2: Internal Failure of the Driver's Side Impact Sensor

  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on, and is DTC 13-1 or 13-2 indicated? YES - Replace the driver's side impact sensor (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .

DTC 14-1, 14-2: Internal Failure of the Front Passenger's Side Impact Sensor

  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on, and is DTC 14-1 or 14-2 indicated? YES - Replace the front passenger's side impact sensor (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .

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Scheme 205: DTC 9-3: Faulty Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Switch
Scheme 205: DTC 9-3: Faulty Driver's Seat Belt Buckle Switch

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), then buckle and unbuckle the driver's seat belt several times.
  3. Read the DTC. Is DTC 9-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  5. Disconnect the floor wire harness 3P connector (A) from the driver's seat belt buckle switch.
  6. Buckle the driver's seat belt. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 3 terminals of the driver's seat belt buckle switch 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals of the same connector. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Are the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 7. NO - Replace the driver's seat belt buckle assembly (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ), and clear the DTC.
  7. Unbuckle the driver's seat belt. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals of the driver's seat belt buckle switch 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 3 terminals of the same connector. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Are the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Replace the driver's seat belt buckle assembly (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ), and clear the DTC.
  8. Check resistance between the No. 1 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector and body ground. There should be 0-1. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open in floor wire harness or poor ground connection at G501 (see «FLOOR WIRE HARNESS (FRONT BRANCH)»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/body-electrical/#connectors-and-harnesses__floor-wire-harness-front-branch) ). If G501 is OK, replace the floor wire harness.
  9. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  10. Disconnect the SRS unit connector C (8P) from the SRS unit.
  11. Check resistance between the No. 2 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Check the connections at the floor wire harness connector Q (8P) at the under-dash fuse/relay box. If the connections are OK, go to step 12. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness or multiplex control unit. Replace the faulty harness or component.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 3 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 13. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 8 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P) and the No. 3 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 14. NO - Open in floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  14. Check resistance between the No. 4 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P) and the No. 2 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open in floor wire harness or multiplex control unit, or poor connection at the floor wire harness, the under-dash fuse/relay box, and the multiplex control unit. Check the connection at the floor wire harness, the under-dash fuse/relay box, and the multiplex control unit. If the connection is OK, replace the faulty harness or part.

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Scheme 214: DTC 9-4: Faulty Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Switch
Scheme 214: DTC 9-4: Faulty Front Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Switch

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), then buckle and unbuckle the front passenger's seat belt several times.
  3. Read the DTC. Is DTC 9-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  5. Disconnect the front passenger's seat belt buckle switch 3P connector (A) from the floor wire harness.
  6. Buckle the front passenger's seat belt. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 3 terminals of the front passenger's seat belt buckle switch 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals of the same connector. There should be an open circuit, or at least 1 Mohm. Are the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 7. NO - Replace the front passenger's seat belt buckle assembly (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ), and clear the DTC.
  7. Unbuckle the front passenger's seat belt. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals of the front passenger's seat belt buckle switch 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 3 terminals of the same connector. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Are the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Replace the front passenger's seat belt buckle assembly (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ), and clear the DTC.
  8. Check resistance between the No. 1 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector and body ground. There should be 0-1. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open in floor wire harness or poor ground connection at G501 (see «FLOOR WIRE HARNESS (FRONT BRANCH)»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/body-electrical/#connectors-and-harnesses__floor-wire-harness-front-branch) ). If G501 is OK, replace the floorwire harness.
  9. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
  10. Disconnect SRS unit connector C (8P) from the SRS unit.
  11. Check resistance between the No. 2 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 12. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 3 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 13. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 7 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P) and the No. 3 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 14. NO - Open in floor wire harness or seat subharness (with BOSE sound system); replace the faulty harness.
  14. Check resistance between the No. 3 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P) and the No. 2 terminal of the floor wire harness 3P connector. There should be 0-1. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open in floor wire harness or the seat subharness (with BOSE sound system); replace the faulty harness.

DTC 9-6: Faulty Left Front Impact Sensor

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead H 07YAZ-S3AA100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Check the connections between SRS unit connector A (18P) and the SRS unit, between the engine compartment wire harness 2P connector and the left front impact sensor (see «COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ) and at connector C403. Are the connections OK? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Repair the poor connections and retest. If DTC 9-6 is still present, go to step 4.
  4. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  5. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector from the cable reel (A).
  6. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness (A).
  7. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors from the floor wire harness (A).
  8. Disconnect the engine compartment wire harness 2P connector (A) from the left front impact sensor.
  9. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  10. Check resistance between the No. 10 and No. 11 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 11. NO - Short in the engine compartment wire harness or dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.
  11. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  12. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  13. Check for voltage between the No. 10 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground. There should be 1 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Go to step 14. NO - Short to power in the engine compartment wire harness or the dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.
  14. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  15. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (jumper connector) and the simulator lead H to the engine compartment wire harness 2P connector (A).
  16. Check resistance between the No. 10 and No. 11 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be 1 ohm or less. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty left front impact sensor or SRS unit. Replace the left front impact sensor (see «FRONT IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ); if the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Faulty engine compartment wire harness or dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.

DTC 9-7: Faulty Right Front Impact Sensor

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead H 07YAZ-S3AA100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Check the connections between SRS unit connector A (18P) and the SRS unit, and between the front impact sensor wire harness 2P connector and the right front impact sensor (see «COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ) and at connector C405. Are the connections OK? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Repair the poor connections and retest. If DTC 9-7 is still present, go to step 4.
  4. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  5. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector from the cable reel (A).
  6. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness (A).
  7. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors from the floor wire harness (A).
  8. Disconnect the front impact sensor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the right front impact sensor.
  9. Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the SRS unit.
  10. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 12 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 11. NO - Short in the front impact sensor wire harness or dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.
  11. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  12. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  13. Check for voltage between the No. 1 terminal of SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground. There should be 1 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Go to step 14. NO - Short to power in the front impact sensor wire harness or the dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.
  14. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  15. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (jumper connector) and the simulator lead H to the front impact sensor wire harness 2P connector (A).
  16. Check resistance between the No. 1 and No. 12 terminals of SRS unit connector A (18P). There should be 1 ohm or less. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty right front impact sensor or SRS unit. Replace the right front impact sensor (see «FRONT IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ); if the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Faulty front impact sensor wire harness or dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty harness.

DTC 11-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the driver's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 11-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the driver's side airbag inflator; replace the driver's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 6 and No. 17 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector B (18P) and the SRS unit. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 11-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the driver's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 11-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to another wire in the driver's side airbag inflator; replace the driver's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 6 and No. 17 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to another wire in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 11-4: Short to Power in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the driver's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 11-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the driver's side airbag inflator; replace the driver's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  13. Check for voltage between the No. 6 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 17 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 11-5: Short to Ground in Driver's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the driver's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 11-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the driver's side airbag inflator; replace the driver's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the front passenger's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 17 terminal of the SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 6 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 12-1: Open or Increased Resistance in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the front passenger's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 12-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Open or increased resistance in the front passenger's side airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit. Do not disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 7 and No. 18 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be 2.0-3.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector B (18P) and the SRS unit. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open or increased resistance in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 12-3: Short to Another Wire or Decreased Resistance in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the front passenger's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 12-3 indicated? YES - Go to step 9 NO - Short to another wire in the front passenger's side airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect the simulator lead from the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  12. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  13. Check resistance between the No. 7 and No. 18 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to another wire in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 12-4: Short to Power in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the front passenger's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 12-4 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to power in the front passenger's side airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  13. Check for voltage between the No. 7 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 18 terminal and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 12-5: Short to Ground in Front Passenger's Side Airbag Inflator

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead E 07XAZ-S1A0200

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the front passenger's side airbag (B).
  5. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (2 ohm connector) and the simulator lead E to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Erase the DTC memory.
  8. Read the DTC. Is DTC 12-5 indicated? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Short to ground in the front passenger's side airbag inflator; replace the front passenger's side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  10. Disconnect the driver's side airbag 2P connector (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  11. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  12. Check resistance between the No. 18 terminal of the SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground, and between the No. 7 terminal and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 13-3: No Signal from the Driver's Side Impact Sensor

Special Tools Required

  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead H 07YAZ-S3AA100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Check the connection between the floor wire harness 2P connector and the driver's side impact sensor. Is the connection OK? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Replace the driver's side impact sensor and/or the floor harness, as needed (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  5. Disconnect the driver's side airbag and front passenger's side airbag 2P connectors (A), and disconnect both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  6. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the driver's side impact sensor (B).
  7. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (jumper connector) and the simulator lead H to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  8. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  9. Check resistance between the No. 8 and No. 15 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be 0-1.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty driver's side impact sensor or SRS unit; replace the driver's side impact sensor (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). If the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open in floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

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Scheme 277: DTC 13-4: Faulty Power Supply to the Driver's Side Impact Sensor
Scheme 277: DTC 13-4: Faulty Power Supply to the Driver's Side Impact Sensor

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's side airbag and front passenger's side airbag 2P connectors (A), and disconnect both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  5. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the driver's side impact sensor (B).
  6. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  7. Check resistance between the No. 8 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  8. Check resistance between the No. 8 and No. 15 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty driver's side impact sensor or SRS unit; replace the driver's side impact sensor (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). If the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

DTC 14-3: No Signal from the Front Passenger's Side Impact Sensor

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  1. SRS inflator simulator 07SAZ-TB4011A
  2. SRS simulator lead H 07YAZ-S3AA100

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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Check the connection between the floor wire harness 2P connector and the front passenger's side impact sensor. Is the connection OK? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Poor connection between the floor wire harness 2P connector and the front passenger's side impact sensor; replace the front passenger's side impact sensor and/or the floor harness, as needed (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  5. Disconnect the driver's side airbag and front passenger's side airbag 2P connectors (A), and disconnect both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  6. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the front passenger's side impact sensor (B).
  7. Connect the SRS inflator simulator (jumper connector) and the simulator lead H to the floor wire harness 2P connector.
  8. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  9. Check resistance between the No. 9 and No. 16 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be 0-1.0. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty front passenger's side impact sensor or SRS unit; replace the front passenger's side impact sensor (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). If the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Open in floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

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Scheme 286: DTC 14-4: Faulty Power Supply to the Front Passenger's Side Impact Sensor
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  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  4. Disconnect the driver's side airbag and front passenger's side airbag 2P connectors (A), and disconnect both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  5. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the front passenger's side impact sensor (B).
  6. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  7. Check resistance between the No. 9 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.
  8. Check resistance between the No. 9 and No. 16 terminals of SRS unit connector B (18P). There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Faulty front passenger's side impact sensor or SRS unit; replace the front passenger's side impact sensor (see «SIDE IMPACT SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). If the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short in the floor wire harness; replace the floor wire harness.

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Scheme 291: DTC 15-1: Faulty OPDS Unit or OPDS System Not Initialized
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  1. Make sure nothing is on the front passenger's seat.
  2. Initialize the OPDS unit (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ).
  3. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  4. Read the DTC. Is DTC 15-1 indicated? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  5. Check the No. 9 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Is the fuse OK? YES - Go to step 6. NO - Go to step 9 .
  6. Disconnect the OPDS unit 8P connector D from the OPDS unit (A) (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ).
  7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  8. Check for voltage between the No. 4 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D and body ground. There should be battery voltage. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 16 . NO - Open in floor wire harness or in the OPDS unit harness; replace the faulty harness.
  9. Replace the No. 9 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
  10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) for 30 seconds, then turn it OFF.
  11. Check the No. 9 (10 A) fuse in under-dash fuse/relay box. Is the fuse OK? YES - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) . NO - Go to step 12.
  12. Replace the No. 9 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
  13. Disconnect the OPDS unit 8P connector D from the OPDS unit (A).
  14. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) for 30 seconds, then turn it off.
  15. Check the No. 9 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Is the fuse OK? YES - Short to ground in the OPDS unit; replace the OPDS unit (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ). NO - Short to ground in the No. 9 (10 A) circuit.
  16. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  17. Check resistance between the No. 8 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D and body ground. There should be 0-1.0. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 18. NO - Open in floor wire harness, seat subharness (with BOSE sound system), OPDS unit harness, or poor ground G501 (see «GROUND TO COMPONENTS INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/body-electrical/#ground-distribution__ground-to-components-index) ). If the G501 is OK, replace the faulty harness.
  18. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  19. Disconnect both side airbag connectors (A) and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (B).
  20. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (18P) from the SRS unit.
  21. Check resistance between the No. 3 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 22. NO - Short to ground in the floor wire harness, seat subharness (with BOSE sound system), or in the OPDS unit harness; replace the faulty harness.
  22. Check resistance between the No. 3 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and the No. 7 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D. There should be 0-1.0. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 23. NO - Open in floor wire harness, seat subharness (with BOSE sound system), or in the OPDS unit harness; replace the faulty harness.
  23. Disconnect dashboard wire harness 2P connector S from the under-dash fuse/relay box.
  24. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
  25. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  26. Check for voltage between the No. 3 terminal of SRS unit connector B (18P) and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. Is the voltage as specified? YES - Go to step 27. NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness, in the OPDS unit harness, or seat subharness (with BOSE sound system); replace the faulty harness.
  27. Replace the OPDS unit (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ), then initialize the system (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ).
  28. Erase the DTC memory, then check for DTC 15-1. Is DTC 15-1 indicated? YES - Replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back (see «SEAT-BACK COVER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system) ). If the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - The system is OK.

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Scheme 304: DTC 15-2: Faulty Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Circuit
Scheme 304: DTC 15-2: Faulty Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Circuit

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  1. Make sure nothing is on the front passenger's seat.
  2. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Turn the ignition switch OFF, and go to step 4. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) . NOTE: This DTC may have been caused by turning the ignition switch ON (II) with the gauge assembly disconnected.
  4. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the side airbag cutoff indicator comes on. Does the side airbag cutoff indicator come on? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Go to step 6 .
  5. Make sure the side airbag cutoff indicator goes off after 5 seconds. Does the side airbag cutoff indicator go off after 5 seconds? YES - Faulty OPDS unit or SRS unit; replace the OPDS unit (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ). If the problem is still present, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Go to step 32 .
  6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  7. Check the No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Is the fuse OK? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Repair the short to ground in the No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse circuit.
  8. Disconnect the OPDS unit 8P connector D from the OPDS unit (A) (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ).
  9. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  10. Check for voltage between the No. 3 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D and body ground. There should be battery voltage. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 11. NO - Go to step 23 .
  11. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  12. Disconnect the dashboard wire harness 17P connector K from the under-dash fuse/relay box.
  13. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  14. Check for voltage between the No. 3 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty OPDS unit; replace the OPDS unit (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ). NO - Go to step 15.
  15. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  16. Remove the gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ), then disconnect gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) from the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  17. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  18. Check for voltage between the No. 3 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the voltage as specified? YES - Short to power in the gauge assembly; replace the gauge assembly. NO - Go to step 19.
  19. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  20. Disconnect the floor wire harness 21P *1 or 20P *2 connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness connector C503 (B). *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  21. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  22. Check for voltage between the No. 3 terminal of the OPDS unit 8P connector D and body ground. There should be 0.5 V or less. '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the voltage as specified? YES - Short to power in the dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness. NO - Short to power in the floor wire harness or in the OPDS unit harness, or seat subharness (with BOSE sound system); if the OPDS unit harness is OK, replace the floor wire harness.
  23. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  24. Remove the gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ). With the connectors still connected to the gauge assembly, backprobe the No. 8 *1 or No. 7 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ). *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  25. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  26. Check for voltage between the No. 8 *1 or No. 7 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) and body ground. There should be battery voltage. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 27. NO - Go to step 31 .
  27. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  28. Disconnect the floor wire harness 21P *1 or 20P *2 connector C503 (A) from the dashboard wire harness connector C503 (B). *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  29. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  30. Check for voltage between the No. 2 *1 or No. 11 *2 terminal of the dashboard wire harness 21P *1 or 20P *2 connector C503 and body ground. There should be battery voltage. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is there battery voltage? YES - Poor connection at the dashboard wire harness 21P *1 or 20P *2 and floor wire harness 21P *1 or 20P *2 connectors, an open in floor wire harness, seat subharness (with BOSE sound system), or OPDS unit harness. Check the connection; if the connection is OK, replace the faulty harness. NO - Poor connection at gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) or an open in dashboard wire harness. Check gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ); if the connections are OK, replace the dashboard wire harness. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  31. Check for voltage between the No. 7 *1 or No. 6 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) and body ground. There should be battery voltage. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is there battery voltage? YES - Faulty side airbag cutoff indicator circuit; replace the gauge assembly. NO - Open in dashboard wire harness; replace the dashboard wire harness.
  32. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  33. Disconnect the OPDS unit 8P connector D from the OPDS unit (A) (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ).
  34. Turn the ignition switch ON (II). Does the side airbag cutoff indicator come on? YES - Go to step 35. NO - Faulty OPDS unit; replace the OPDS unit (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ).
  35. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  36. Remove the gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ), then disconnect gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) from the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  37. Check resistance between the No. 8 *1 or No. 7 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) and body ground. There should be an open circuit or at least 1 Mohm. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the resistance as specified? YES - Short to ground in the side airbag cutoff indicator circuit; replace the gauge assembly. NO - Short to ground in dashboard wire harness A, the floor wire harness, seat subharness (with BOSE sound system), or the OPDS unit harness; replace the faulty harness.

DTC 15-3: Faulty OPDS Sensor

Note. Aftermarket devices (fluorescent lights, laptop computers, etc.) used near the front passenger's seat-back can interfere with the seat-back sensors and cause a false DTC 15-3. If one of these devices was used, erase the DTC, operate the device near the seat-back, and recheck for DTCs. If DTC 15-3 is reset, erase it, and do not use the device near the seat-back.

  1. Erase the DTC memory (see «ERASING THE DTC MEMORY WITH HDS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off. Does the SRS indicator stay on? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ). If another DTC is indicated, go to the «DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__dtc-troubleshooting-index) .
  3. Check the connection at the OPDS sensor harness connector and the OPDS unit connector. Is the connection OK? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Reconnect the OPDS sensor harness connector, and clear the DTC.
  4. Replace the OPDS sensor/seat-back foam (see «SEAT-BACK COVER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system) ), and reinitialize the OPDS system (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ).
  5. Erase the DTC memory, then check for DTC 15-3. Is DTC 15-3 indicated? YES - Replace the OPDS unit (see «OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__opds-unit-replacement) ). NO - The system is OK.

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  1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and see if the other indicators come on (brake system, etc.). Do the other indicators come on? YES - Go to step 2. NO - Go to step 8 .
  2. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then remove the gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ). Disconnect gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ), and B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) from the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  3. Check resistance between the No. 18 *1 or No. 16 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) and body ground. There should be 0-1.0 ohm. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Open in BLK wire of the dashboard wire harness or faulty body ground terminal (G401) (see «GROUND TO COMPONENTS INDEX»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/body-electrical/#ground-distribution__ground-to-components-index) ). If the body ground terminal is OK, replace the dashboard wire harness.
  4. Check for voltage between the No. 15 *1 or No. 13 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) and body ground within the first 6 seconds after turning the ignition switch ON (II). There should be 8.5 V or less. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS indicator circuit in the gauge assembly; replace the gauge assembly. NO - Go to step 5.
  5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  6. Disconnect SRS unit connector C (8P) from the SRS unit.
  7. Disconnect gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ). Connect a voltmeter between the No. 15 *1 or No. 13 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) and body ground. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and measure voltage. There should be 0.5 V or less. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the voltage as specified? YES - Faulty SRS unit; replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Short to power in the PNK wire of the dashboard wire harness or in the floor wire harness; replace the faulty harness.
  8. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Check the No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Is fuse No. 10 (7.5 A) blown? YES - Go to step 10 . NO - Go to step 9.
  9. Connect a voltmeter between the No. 7 *1 or No. 6 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) and body ground. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and measure the voltage. There should be battery voltage. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is there battery voltage? YES - Faulty SRS indicator circuit in the gauge assembly or poor connection at gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ) and gauge assembly; if the connection is OK, replace the gauge assembly. NO - Open in the under-dash fuse/relay box No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse circuit, or open in YEL wire of dashboard wire harness. If the under-dash fuse/relay box is OK, replace the faulty harness. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  10. Replace the No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse, and check to see if the SRS indicator comes on. Does the SRS indicator come on? YES - The system is OK at this time. NO - Repair the short to ground in the under-dash fuse/relay box No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse circuit.

SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored

Note. A new SRS unit must sense the entire system is OK before completing its initial self-test. The most common cause of an incomplete self-test is the failure to replace all deployed parts after a collision, in particular seat belt tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners. A battery/system voltage above 15.2 V can cause the SRS indicator to come on without storing any DTCs.

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Scheme 338: SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored
Scheme 338: SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored

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  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
  2. Disconnect SRS unit connector B (8P) from the SRS unit.
  3. Remove the gauge assembly (see «GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#gauges) ). Disconnect gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) from the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  4. Check resistance between the No. 15 *1 or No. 13 *2 terminal of gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) and the No. 5 terminal of SRS unit connector C (8P). There should be 1 ohm or less. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Open in floor wire harness or dashboard wire harness; replace the faulty wire harness.
  5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  6. Reconnect gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) to the gauge assembly. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models
  7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  8. Install a jumper wire between the No. 15 *1 or No. 13 *2 terminal of the gauge assembly connector A (22P *1 ) or (20P *2 ) and the No. 7 *1 or No. 6 *2 terminal of the gauge assembly connector B (18P *1 ) or (16P *2 ). The SRS indicator should go off. *1: '02-04 models *2: '05-06 models '02-04 models '05-06 models Does the SRS indicator go off? YES - Faulty SRS unit or poor connection at SRS unit connector C (8P) and the SRS unit; check the connection. If the connection is OK, replace the SRS unit (see «SRS UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Faulty SRS indicator circuit in the gauge assembly or poor connection at gauge assembly connector A or B; check the connections. If the connectors are OK, replace the gauge assembly.

Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment

Note. Before doing any SRS repairs, use the HDS SRS menu method to check for DTCs; refer to the DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX for the less obvious deployed parts (seat belt tensioners, front impact sensors, side airbag sensors, etc.).

After a collision where the seat belt tensioners deployed, replace these items

  1. Seat belt tensioners
  2. Seat belt buckle tensioners
  3. SRS unit
  4. Front impact sensors

After a collision where the frontal airbag(s) deployed, replace these items

  1. SRS unit
  2. Deployed airbag(s)
  3. Seat belt tensioners
  4. Seat belt buckle tensioners
  5. Front impact sensors

After a collision where the side airbag(s) deployed, replace these items

  1. SRS unit
  2. Deployed side airbag(s)
  3. Side impact sensor(s) for side(s) deployed
  4. Seat belt tensioners
  5. Seat belt buckle tensioners

During the repair process, inspect these areas

  1. Inspect all the SRS wire harnesses. Replace, don't repair, any damaged harnesses.
  2. Inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel.

After the vehicle is completely repaired, turn the ignition switch ON(II). If the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off, the SRS airbag system is OK. If the indicator does not function properly, use the HDS SRS menu method to read the DTC(s). If this doesn't retrieve any codes, use the HDS SCS menu method. If you still cannot retrieve a code, go to SRS Indicator Circuit Troubleshooting.

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Scheme 344: Removal
Scheme 344: Removal

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Scheme 345
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Remove the access panel (A) from the steering wheel, then disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (B) from the cable reel.
  3. Remove the two Torx bolts (A) using a Torx T30 bit. Then remove the driver's airbag (B).

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Scheme 346: Installation
Scheme 346: Installation

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Scheme 347
  1. Place the new driver's airbag (A) in the steering wheel, and secure it with new Torx bolts (B).
  2. Connect the cable reel to the driver's airbag 4P connector (A), then install the access panel (B) on the steering wheel.
  3. Connect the battery negative cable.
  4. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off. Make sure the horn works.

Scheme 348

Scheme 348: Removal
Scheme 348: Removal

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Scheme 349
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Remove the glove box (see «GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard__glove-box-removalinstallation) ).
  3. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the dashboard wire harness.
  4. Remove the three mounting nuts (A) from the bracket. Cover the lid and dashboard with a cloth, and pry carefully with a screwdriver to lift the front passenger's airbag (B) out of the dashboard. NOTE: The airbag lid has pawls on its side which attach it to the dashboard.

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Scheme 350: Installation
Scheme 350: Installation

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Scheme 351
  1. Place the new front passenger's airbag (A) into the dashboard. Tighten the front passenger's airbag mounting nuts (B).
  2. Connect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) to the dashboard wire harness, then reinstall the glove box.
  3. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  4. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.

Side Airbag Replacement

Note. Review the front seat removal/installation procedure (see FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) before performing repair or service.

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Scheme 352: Removal
Scheme 352: Removal

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Scheme 353
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Disconnect the side airbag harness 2P connector (A).
  3. Remove the seat assembly (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system__front-seat-removalinstallation) ) and seat-back cover (see «SEAT-BACK COVER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system) ).
  4. Remove the mounting nut (A) and the side airbag (B).

Installation

Note. If the side airbag lid is secured by tape, remove the tape. Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover. Use new mounting nuts tightened to the specified torque. Make sure that the seat-back cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent proper deployment. Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.

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Scheme 354: Installation
Scheme 354: Installation
  1. Place the new side airbag on the seat-back frame (A). Tighten the side airbag mounting nut (B).
  2. Install the seat-back cover (see «SEAT-BACK COVER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system) ).
  3. Install the seat assembly (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system__front-seat-removalinstallation) ), then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
  4. Move the seat cushion and the seat-back through their full ranges of movement, making sure the harness wires are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
  5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  6. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.

Airbag Disposal

Special Tools Required

Deployment tool 07HAZ-SG00500

Before scrapping any airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners (including those in a whole vehicle to be scrapped), the airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners must be deployed. If the vehicle is still within the warranty period, the Acura District Parts and Service Manager must give approval and/or special instruction before deploying the airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners. Only after the airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners have been deployed (as the result of vehicle collision, for example), can they be scrapped. If the airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, and seat belt buckle tensioners appear intact (not deployed), treat them with extreme caution. Follow this procedure.

Deploying Airbags in the Vehicle

If an SRS equipped vehicle is to be entirely scrapped, its airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, and seat belt buckle tensioners should be deployed while still in the vehicle. The airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, and seat belt buckle tensioners should not be considered as salvageable parts and should never be installed in another vehicle.

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes.
  2. Confirm that each airbag, side airbag, or seat belt tensioner is securely mounted.
  3. Confirm that the deployment tool is functioning properly by following the check procedure on the tool label.

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Scheme 355: Driver's Airbag
Scheme 355: Driver's Airbag
  1. 4. Remove the access panel (A) from the steering wheel, then disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (B) from the cable reel.

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Scheme 356: Front Passenger's Airbag
Scheme 356: Front Passenger's Airbag
  1. 5. Remove the glove box, then disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) and dashboard wire harness.

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Scheme 357: Side Airbag
Scheme 357: Side Airbag
  1. 6. Disconnect the side airbag 2P connector (A) from the floor wire harness.

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Scheme 358: Seat belt tensioner
Scheme 358: Seat belt tensioner
  1. 7. Disconnect the seat belt tensioner 2P connector (A) from floor wire harness. Pull the seat belt out all the way and cut it.

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Scheme 359: Seat belt buckle tensioner
Scheme 359: Seat belt buckle tensioner

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  1. 8. Disconnect the seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connector (A) from floor wire harness.
  2. 9. Cutoff each connector, strip the ends of the wires, and connect the deployment tool alligator clips (A) to the wires. Place the deployment tool at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from the vehicle. NOTE: The driver's airbag and the front passenger's airbag each have four wires, two yellow and two red. Twist each pair of unlike colored wires together, and connect an alligator clip to each pair.
  3. 10. Connect a 12 volt battery to the tool. If the green light on the tool comes on, the igniter circuit is defective and cannot deploy the component. Go to «DISPOSAL OF DAMAGED COMPONENTS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__disposal-of-damaged-components) . If the red light on the tool comes on, the component is ready to be deployed.
  4. 11. Push the tool's deployment switch. The airbags and tensioners should deploy (deployment is both highly audible and visible: a loud noise and rapid inflation of the bag, followed by slow deflation). If the components deploy and the green light on the tool comes on, continue with this procedure. If a component doesn't deploy, yet the green light comes ON, its igniter is defective. Go to «DISPOSAL OF DAMAGED COMPONENTS»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__disposal-of-damaged-components) . During deployment, the airbag can become hot enough to burn you. Wait 30 minutes after deployment before touching the airbag.
  5. 12. Dispose of the complete airbag. No part of it can be reused. Place it in a sturdy plastic bag (A), and seal it securely. Dispose of the deployed airbag according to your local regulations.

Deploying Components Out of the Vehicle

If an intact airbag or tensioner has been removed from a scrapped vehicle, or has been found defective or damaged during transit, storage, or service, it should be deployed as follows

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Scheme 362: Deploying Components Out of the Vehicle
Scheme 362: Deploying Components Out of the Vehicle
  1. Confirm that the deployment tool is functioning properly by following the check procedure or on the tool label.
  2. Position the airbag face up, outdoors, on flat ground, at least 30 feet (10 meters) away from any obstacles or people.
  3. Follow steps 9 through 12 of the in-vehicle deployment procedure.

Disposal of Damaged Components

  1. If installed in a vehicle, follow the removal procedure for the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ), front passenger's airbag (see «FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ), side airbag (see «SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__side-airbag-replacement) ), seat belt tensioner (see «FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system__front-seat-belt-replacement) ), and seat belt buckle tensioner (see «SEAT BELT BUCKLE»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/restraints-control-systems/#seat-belt-system) ).
  2. In all cases, make a short circuit by cutting, stripping, and twisting together the 2 inflator wires. NOTE: The driver's and passenger's airbag each have four wires: twist each pair of like-colored wires together.
  3. Package the component in exactly the same packaging that the new replacement part came in.
  4. Mark the outside of the box "DAMAGED AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED", "DAMAGED SIDE AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYED", "DAMAGED SEAT BELT TENSIONER NOT DEPLOYED", or "DAMAGED SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER NOT DEPLOYED" so it does not get confused with your parts stock.
  5. Contact your Acura District Parts and Service Manager for how and where to return it for disposal.

Deployment Tool Check

  1. Connect the yellow clips to both switch protector handles on the tool; connect the tool to a battery.
  2. Push the operation switch: green means the tool is OK; red means the tool is faulty.
  3. Disconnect the battery and the yellow clips.

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Scheme 363: Removal
Scheme 363: Removal

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  1. Make sure the front wheels are aligned straight ahead.
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes.
  3. Remove the driver's airbag (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  4. Disconnect the connector (A) from the cruise control set/resume switch, then remove the steering wheel bolt (B).
  5. Align the front wheels straight ahead, then remove the steering wheel with a steering wheel puller (see step 5 on «STEERING WHEEL DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) ). Do not tap on the steering wheel or steering column shaft when removing the steering wheel.
  6. Remove the dashboard lower cover (A).
  7. Remove the column cover screws (A), then remove the column covers (B, C).
  8. Disconnect the dashboard wire harness 4P connector (A) from the cable reel 4P connector (B), then disconnect the dashboard wire harness 5P connector (C) from the cable reel (D).
  9. Release the lock tab (A) under the cable reel connector with a 90° hook shaped tool (B). Slide the tool below the cable reel connector just above the lock tab. Release the lower lock tab (C), and slide the cable reel off the column.

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Scheme 368: Installation
Scheme 368: Installation

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Scheme 371
  1. Before installing the steering wheel, align the front wheels straight ahead.
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes.
  3. Set the turn signal canceling sleeve (A) so that the projections (B) are aligned vertically.
  4. Carefully install the cable reel (A) on the steering column shaft. Then connect the 5P connector (B) to the cable reel, and connect the 4P connector (C) to the dashboard wire harness 4P connector (D).
  5. Install the steering column covers.
  6. If necessary, center the cable reel. (New replacement cable reels come centered.) Do this by first rotating the cable reel clockwise until it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise (approximately 2 1/2 turns) until the arrow mark on the cable reel label points straight up.
  7. Align the projections on the cable reel with the holes on the steering wheel (see step 2 on «STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering-system) ), and install the steering wheel with a new steering wheel bolt (A).
  8. Install the driver's airbag (see «INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__installation) ).
  9. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  10. After installing the cable reel, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off. After the SRS indicator has turned off, turn the steering wheel fully left and right to confirm the SRS indicator does not come on. Make sure the horn works.

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Scheme 372: Removal
Scheme 372: Removal

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Scheme 373
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Disconnect the driver's and front passenger's airbag connectors (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  3. Disconnect the side airbag connectors (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  4. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors (see «SEAT BELT TENSIONER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ) and both seat belt buckle tensioner connectors (see «SEAT BELT TENSIONER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  5. Remove the dashboard center lower cover (see «DASHBOARD CENTER LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
  6. Pull down the carpet, then remove the Torx bolt (A) from the SRS unit.
  7. Disconnect the connectors A, B, and C and remove the two Torx bolts (D), then pull out the SRS unit.

Scheme 374

Scheme 374: Installation
Scheme 374: Installation
  1. Install the new SRS unit (D) with Torx bolts (E), then connect the connectors A, B and C to the SRS unit; push them into position until they click. NOTE: When tightening the Torx bolts to the specified torque after replacement, be careful to turn them in so that their heads rest squarely on the brackets.
  2. Reinstall the dashboard center lower cover (see «DASHBOARD CENTER LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
  3. Reconnect the driver's and front passenger's airbag connectors (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  4. Reconnect the side airbag connectors (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  5. Reconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors (see «SEAT BELT TENSIONER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ) and both seat belt buckle tensioner connectors (see «SEAT BELT TENSIONER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
  6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  7. Initialize the OPDS unit (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ).
  8. After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.

Scheme 375

Scheme 375: Removal
Scheme 375: Removal
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Disconnect the appropriate side airbag 2P connector.
  3. Remove the seat assembly (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system__front-seat-removalinstallation) ).
  4. Remove the rear side trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-rear-side-area) ).
  5. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector from the side impact sensor.
  6. Remove the Torx bolt (A) using a Torx T30 bit, then remove the side impact sensor (B).

Scheme 376

Scheme 376: Installation
Scheme 376: Installation
  1. Install the new side impact sensor with a new Torx bolt (A) then connect the floor wire harness 2P connector (B) to the side impact sensor (C).
  2. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  3. After installing the side impact sensor, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
  4. Install all removed parts.

OPDS Unit Replacement

Note. Review the front seat removal/installation procedure (see FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) before performing repair or service.

Scheme 377

Scheme 377: Removal
Scheme 377: Removal
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Disconnect the passenger's side airbag harness 2P connector (see step 1 ).
  3. Remove the passenger's seat assembly (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system__front-seat-removalinstallation) ) and seat-back cover (see «SEAT-BACK COVER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system) ).
  4. Remove the cover (A), then disconnect the OPDS unit harness 8P and sensor connectors from the OPDS unit.
  5. Remove the two screws (B) and OPDS unit (C).

Scheme 378

Scheme 378: Installation
Scheme 378: Installation
  1. Place the new OPDS unit on the seat-back frame. Tighten the two screws (A), and connect the OPDS unit harness 8P and sensor connectors to the OPDS unit. Reinstall the cover (B).
  2. Install the seat-back cover (see «SEAT-BACK COVER»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system) ).
  3. Install the seat assembly (see «FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/seats/#seat-system__front-seat-removalinstallation) ), then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
  4. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  5. Set the seat-back in the normal position, and make sure there is nothing sitting on the front passenger's seat.
  6. Initialize the OPDS unit (see «INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system__initializing-the-opds-occupant-position-detection) ).
  7. After installing the OPDS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.

Scheme 379

Scheme 379: Removal
Scheme 379: Removal
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning work.
  2. Remove the front inner fender (see «FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/rsx/i-2001-2004/remont/exterior-body-panels/#fenderwell__front-inner-fender-replacement) ).
  3. Disconnect the engine compartment wire harness 2P connector (A), and remove the two Torx bolts (B) using a Torx T30 bit, then remove the front impact sensor (C).

Scheme 380

Scheme 380: Installation
Scheme 380: Installation
  1. Install the new front impact sensor with new Torx bolts (A), then connect the engine compartment wire harness 2P connector (B) to the front impact sensor (C).
  2. Reinstall the front inner fender.
  3. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
  4. After installing the front impact sensor, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.

See also:
• ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE
• SEAT-BACK COVER
• FRONT SEAT BELT REPLACEMENT
• SEAT BELT BUCKLE
• GAUGE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
• UNDERDASH FUSE/RELAY BOX
• FLOOR WIRE HARNESS (FRONT BRANCH)
• GROUND TO COMPONENTS INDEX
• GLOVE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• STEERING WHEEL DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY
• DASHBOARD CENTER LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA
• FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT
• AIRBAG DISPOSAL
• COMPONENT REPLACEMENT/INSPECTION AFTER DEPLOYMENT
• ERASING THE DTC MEMORY
• DTC 1-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 1-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 1-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 1-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 2-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 2-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 2-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 2-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 3-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 3-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 3-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 3-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 21-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 21-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 21-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 21-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 4-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 4-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 4-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 4-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONER
• DTC 22-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 22-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 22-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 22-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
• DTC 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-8, 6-3, 6-4, 6-7, 6-8, 7-1, 7-2, 7-3, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4, 8-5, 8-6, 8-7, 8-8: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE SRS UNIT
• INITIALIZING THE OPDS (OCCUPANT POSITION DETECTION SYSTEM) UNIT
• DTC 9-6: FAULTY LEFT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR
• DTC 9-7: FAULTY RIGHT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR
• DTC 11-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 11-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 11-4: SHORT TO POWER IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 11-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 12-1: OPEN OR INCREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 12-3: SHORT TO ANOTHER WIRE OR DECREASED RESISTANCE IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 12-4: SHORT TO POWER IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 12-5: SHORT TO GROUND IN FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIRBAG INFLATOR
• DTC 13-1, 13-2: INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR
• DTC 13-3: NO SIGNAL FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR
• DTC 14-3: NO SIGNAL FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE IMPACT SENSOR
• DTC 15-3: FAULTY OPDS SENSOR
• SRS INDICATOR STAYS ON, BUT NO DTCS ARE STORED
• HDS "SCS" MENU METHOD (RETRIEVING THE FLASH CODES)
• DTC 10-1, 10-2, 10-3, 10-4, 10-5, 10-6, 10-7
• DTC 14-1, 14-2
• DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
• SIDE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT
• OPDS UNIT REPLACEMENT
• DISPOSAL OF DAMAGED COMPONENTS
• INSTALLATION

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