Self-Diagnostic Procedures - Acura 3.5 RL Manual

Troubleshooting - '96 - 98 Models

Self-diagnostic Procedures

The self-diagnostic function of the SRS system allows it to locate the causes of system problems and to store this informa-
tion in memory. For easier troubleshooting, this data can be retrieved via a data link circuit.
• When you turn the ignition switch ON (II), the SRS indicator will come on. If it goes off after 6 seconds, the system is
normal.
• If there is an abnormality, the system locates and defines the problem, stores this information in memory, and turns
the SRS indicator light on. The data will remain in the memory even when the ignition switch is turned off or if the bat-
tery is disconnected.
• When you connect the SCS service connector to the service check connector (2P), and turn the ignition switch ON (II),
the SRS indicator light will indicate the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) by the number of blinks.
• After reading and recording the DTC, proceed with the troubleshooting for this code.
Precautions
• Use only a digital multimeter to check the system. If it's not a Honda multimeter, make sure its output is 10 mA
(0.01 A) or less when switched to the smallest value in the ohmmeter range. A tester with a higher output could dam-
age the airbag circuit or cause accidental airbag deployment and possible injury.
• Whenever the ignition switch is ON (II), or has been turned OFF for less than 3 minutes, be careful not to bump the SRS
unit; the airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.
• Before you remove the SRS main harness, disconnect the driver's airbag connector, the front passenger's airbag con-
nector and both seat belt tensioner connectors.
• Make sure the battery is sufficiently charged (see
correct.
• Do not touch a tester probe to the terminals in the SRS unit or harness connectors, and do not connect the terminals
with a jumper wire. Use only the backprobe set and special tools.
For backprobing spring-loaded lock type connectors, refer to page 24-31.
section 23). If the battery is dead or low, measuring values won't be