Normal Operation
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The instrument cluster (IC) receives the supplemental restraint system (SRS) status from the restraints control module (RCM) over the high speed controller area network (HS-CAN) communication bus. If a SRS concern is detected, the RCM sets a DTC and sends a message to the instrument cluster (IC) to turn on the air bag warning indicator. If the SRS status message is missing or is deemed invalid for more than 5 seconds, the instrument cluster (IC) sets DTC U0151 and defaults the air bag warning indicator on.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- RCM
- Instrument cluster (IC)