Diagnostic Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus RX 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Reconnect negative battery cable.
- Turn ignition switch to ON position. Measure voltage between ground and air bag sensor assembly connector C8, terminals No. 5 (circuit IG2, Black/Orange wire) and No. 6 (circuit IG1, Gray wire) individually. See Figure. If voltage is not 10-14 volts, check battery and charging system operation. If voltage is 10-14 volts, go to next step.
- Clear DTCs. See CLEARING CODES under DIAGNOSTICS. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Wait at least 20 seconds. Turn ignition switch to ACC or ON position. Wait at least 20 seconds. Repeat at least 5 times. Retrieve DTCs. See RETRIEVING CODES under DIAGNOSTICS. If DTC 31/B1100 is displayed, replace air bag sensor assembly. If DTC 31/B1100 is not displayed, system is functioning properly at this time. Check for intermittent fault. See AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENT .