Reference Resistor Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Saab 9-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- To hasten diagnosis, several test procedures recommend installation of Reference Resistor (86 12 095) in driver-side or passenger-side air bag circuits and Reference Resistor (86 12 335) in seat air bag circuits. To install reference resistor to driver-side air bag, turn ignition off. Remove air bag from steering wheel and disconnect electrical connector at rear of air bag. Connect reference resistor to harness side electrical connector.
- To install reference resistor for passenger-side air bag, turn ignition off. Remove glove box. Disconnect electrical connector at bottom of passenger air bag. Connect reference resistor to harness side electrical connector.
- To install reference resistor for seat air bag, turn ignition off. Move seat to forward position and remove rear mounting bolts. Move seat to rear position and remove front mounting bolts. Tilt seat rearward to gain access to electrical connector.