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Action Taken

DERM turns on AIR BAG warning light and sets a DTC.

NOTE: Test numbers refer to test numbers on diagnostic chart. For circuit number identification, see WIRING DIAGRAMS.
  1. When DTC 42 and DTC 51 are set simultaneously, perform DTC 42 diagnosis first.
  2. If inflator module has not deployed, DTC 51 may have set falsely.
  3. If DTC has set with no signs of frontal impact, DTC has set falsely.
  4. Checks for a DERM malfunction setting DTC.
  5. Check for a DERM malfunction setting DTC.
  6. Determines whether DTC was set inadvertently during diagnosis.
  7. When a frontal crash has occurred, it is necessary to perform indicated procedures to ensure SIR system is fully functional.
WARNING: To avoid air bag deployment and injury when trouble shooting 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.
Fig 1: DTC 51 - Frontal Crash Detected
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