Action Taken

DERM attempts to turn on INFLATABLE RESTRAINT indicator light.

NOTE: Test numbers refer to numbers on diagnostic chart. For circuit number identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMS.

WARNING: To avoid air bag deployment while trouble shooting SIR system, only use test equipment specified in diagnostic charts. Under no circumstances should battery powered test equipment or test light be used. Carefully follow all instructions.

Checks for proper resistance of 100-ohm resistor in resistor module.
Checks for an open between resistor module and DERM on FORCE LOW circuit.
Checks for incorrect connections.
Ensures against misdiagnosing a faulty DERM.

Fig 1: Code 61 - Force Low or INFLATABLE RESTRAINT Indicator Circuit Failure

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