Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Dodge Pickup and 1995 Dodge Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Wait at least 2 minutes after disconnecting negative battery cable before servicing air bag system. System reserve capacitor, integral to ACM, maintains air bag system voltage for about 2 minutes after battery is disconnected. Servicing air bag system before 2 minutes may cause accidental air bag deployment and possible personal injury.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.
- To disable air bag system for repairs, ensure ignition switch is in OFF position. Disconnect negative battery cable, and insulate cable end with electrical tape. Wait at least 2 minutes after disconnecting negative battery cable before servicing air bag system.
- To activate air bag system, reconnect negative battery cable. Turn ignition on. Observe AIR BAG warning light. Warning light should come on for 6-8 seconds and then go out, indicating system is functioning properly. If warning light fails to glow or glows and stays on, a system malfunction exists. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.