Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 3672

Airbag System, On Board Diagnostic (OBD), vehicles up to 09.94
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Airbag System, On Board
Diagnostic (OBD), vehicles up
to 09.94
Function
The Airbag Control Module -J234- is located
behind the console on the center tunnel. It is
equipped with a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
Memory. The Data Link Connectors (DLCs) are
located to the right of the ignition switch.
The Airbag Control Module -J234- detects
malfunctions in the airbag system and stores
them in a permanent memory.
After the ignition is switched on, the Airbag
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) -K75- comes
on for about 3 seconds and then goes out again.
If the MIL -K75- does not go out again, there is
no voltage supply to the Airbag Control Module -
J234-. Correcting the malfunction
If a malfunction exists, the MIL -K75- comes on
again.
To begin, start OBD and retrieve the stored
information with the VAG1551 Scan Tool.
The information displayed refers to a DTC table
that lists possible causes and suggest repair
measures.
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