Disconnecting The Srs Connector At The Fuse Box ('96-98 Models); Wiring Precautions - Acura 3.5 RL Manual

Precautions/Procedures
Inspection After Deployment
After a collision in which the airbags were deployed,
replace the deployed parts (airbag, seat belt tensioner
and side airbag), the SRS unit, the side impact sensor on
the side which deployed, and any related parts, and
inspect the following:
1. Inspect all the SRS wire harnesses. Replace, don't
repair, any damaged harnesses.
2. Inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any
damage, replace the cable reel.
3. After the vehicle is completely repaired, turn the igni-
tion switch on. If the SRS indicator light comes on
for about 6 seconds and then goes off, the SRS sys-
tem is OK. If the indicator light does not function
properly, go to SRS Troubleshooting.
Disconnecting the SRS Connector
at the Fuse Box - '96 - 98 Models
CAUTION: Avoid breaking the connector; it's double-
locked.
1. First lift the connector lid with a thin screwdriver,
then press the connector tab down and pull the con-
nector out.
2. To reinstall the connector, push it into position until
it clicks, then close its lid.

Wiring Precautions

• Never attempt to modify, splice or repair SRS wiring.
NOTE: SRS wiring harnesses are indicated by yellow
color.
• Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not
pinched or interfering with other parts.
• Make sure all SRS ground locations are clean and
grounds are securely fastened for optimum metal-to-
metal contact. Poor grounding can cause intermittent
problems that are difficult to diagnose.