
sRs
Component Location Index
LEFT FRONT IMPACT SENSOB
RIGHT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR
CABLE REELBeplacement,page 23-119
SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR
DRIVER'S AIRBAGReplacement, page 23-1 13Disposal, page 23 1'16
SRS INOICATORTroubleshooting, page 23-105
FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAGReplacement, page 23-1 14Disposal, page 23'116
SENSOR/SEAT BACKReplacement,page 20-75
FRONT PASSENGER'SSIDE AIRBAGReplacement,page 23'1'15Disposal,page 23'116
FRONT PASSENGER'SSEAT BELTTENSIONERBeplacement,page 23-4Disposal,page 23-'116
MEMORY ERASESIGNAL (MES}CONNECTOR I2PI
DATA LINKCONNECTOR(DLCI 16P
OPDS UNITInitialization, page 23-27Replacement, page 23-124
PASSENGER'S SIOEIMPACT SENSORReplacement,page 23-123
FRONT PASSENGER'S SEATBELT BUCKLE TENSIONER
DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TENSIONERReplacement, page 23 4Disposal, page 23-116
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Precautions and Procedures {cont'dl
SRS Unit, Front lmpact Sensors, and Side
lmpact Sensors
. Be careful not to bump or impact the SRS unit, front
impact sensors, or side impact sensors whenever the
ignition switch is ON (ll), or for at least 3 minules after
the ignition switch is turned OFF.
. During installation orreplacement, be careful notto
bump (by impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area
around the SRS unit, front impact sensors, and sjde
impact sensor. The airbags could accidentally deploy
and cause damage or injury.
After a collision in which any airbags or seat belt
tensioners were deployed. replace the SRS unit, front
impact sensors, and other related components (see
page 23-112). After a collision in which a side airbag
was deployed. replace the side impact sensor on the
deployed side and the SRS unit. After a collision in
which the airbags or the side airbags did not deploy,
inspect for any damage or any deformation on the
SRS unit, front impact sensors, and the side impact
sensors. lf there is any damage, replace the SRS unit
and/or the sensors.
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. Do not disassemble the SRS unit, front impact sensors,
or side impact sensors.
. Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery
negative cable, and wait at least 3 minules before
beginning installation or replacement of the SBS unit,
or disconnecting the connectors from the SRS unit.
. Be sure the SRS unit, front impact sensors, and side
impact sensors are installed securely. with the
mounting bolts torqued to 9.8 N.m (1.0 kgf.m,7.2 lbf.ft)
. Do not spill wateroroil on the SRS unit, front impact
sensors, or the side impact sensors, and keep them
away from dust.
. Store the SRS unit, front imDact sensors and side
impact sensors in a cool (less than 104"F/40'C) and
dry (less than 80 % relative humidity, no moisture)
area.
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Backprobing Spring-loaded Lock Connectors
When checking voltage or resistance on this type of
connector the first time, you must remove the retainer
to insert the tester orobe from the wire side.
NOTE: lt is not necessary to reinstall the removed
retainer;the terminals will stay locked in the connector
housrno.
A
To remove the retainer (A), insert a flat-tip screwdriver
(B) between the connector body and the retainer, then
carefully pry out the retainer. Take care not to break the
connector.
Seats with Side Airbags
Seats with side airbags have a "SIDE AIRBAG" label on
the seat-back. Because the component pans (seat-back
cover, cushion, etc.) of seats with and without airbags
are different, make sure you install only the correct
replacement parts.
When cleaning, do notsaturatethe seatwith liquid,
and do not sDrav steam on the seal
Do not reoalr a torn or fraved seat-back cover.
ReDlace the seat-back cover.
After a collision in which the side airbag was
deployed, replace the side airbag with new parts. lf
the seat-back cushion is split, it must be replaced. lf
the seat-back frame is deformed, it must be replaced.
Never put aftermarket accessories on the seat {covers,
pads, seat heaters, lights, etc.).
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Precautions and Procedures (cont'dl
Disconnecting System Connectors
Before removing a front airbag. side airbag, or other SRS related devices {the SRS unit, the cable reel, the front impact
sensors, the side impact sensors, the seat belt buckle tensioners, and the seat belt tensioner connector), disconnectingconnectors from related devices, or removing the dashboard or the steering column, disconnect the airbag connectorsor the side airbag connectors to prevent accidental deploVment.
Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before
beginning the following procedures.'BeforedisconnectingSRSunitconnectorA(1)fromtheSRSunit,disconnectthedriver'sairbag4Pconnector(3).
the front passenger's airbag 4P connector (4), the driver's seat belt tensioner 2P connector (6), and the frontpassenger's seat belt tensioner 2P connector (7).
. Before disconnecting SRS unit connector B (8) from the SRS unit, disconnect both side airbag 2P connectors (11. '12),
and both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P connectors (9, 10).. Before disconnecting the cable reel 4P connector (2), disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (3).'Beforedisconnectingthefloorwireharness4Pconnector(5),disconnectbothseatbelttensioner2Pconnectors
(6.7).
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Precautions and Procedures (cont'd)
Seat Belt Tensioner
5. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors
(A) from the floor wire harness
Seat Belt Buckle Tensioner
6. Disconnect both seat belt buckle tensioner 4P
connectors (A).
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SRS Unit
7. Disconnect SRS unit connector A, SRS unit
connector B, and/or SRS unit connector C from the
SRS unit.

General Troubleshooting Information
DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Codesl
The self-diagnostic function of the SRS system allows it
to locate the causes of system problems and then store
this information in memory. For easier troubleshooting,
this data can be retrieved via a data link circuit.
. When you turn the ignition switch ON (ll), the SRS
indicator will come on. lf it goes off after 6 seconds,
the system is normal.. lf there is an abnormality, the svstem locates and
defines the problem, stores this information in
memory, and turns the SRS indicator on. The data
will remain in the memory even when the ignition
switch is turned off or if the battery is disconnected.. When you connect the Honda PG lM Tester to the 16P
data link connector (DLC)to short the SCS terminal,
and turn the ignition switch ON (ll). the SRS indicator
will indicate the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) by the
number of blinks.. When you connect the Honda PGM Tester to the 16P
data link Connector (DLC), you can retrieve the DTC in
the Honda Systems "SRS" menu.. After reading and recording the DTC, proceed with
the troubleshooting procedure for th is code.
Precautions. Use only a digital multimeter to check the system. lf
it's not a Honda multimeter, make sure its output is
10 mA (0.01A) or less when switched to the smallest
value in the ohmmeter range, A tester with a higher
output could damage the airbag circuit or cause
accidental airbag deployment and possible injury.. Whenever the ignition switch is ON (ll), or has been
turned OFF for less than 3 minutes, be careful not to
bump the SRS uniU the airbags could accidentally
deploy and cause damage or injuries.. Before you remove the SRS harness, disconnect the
driver's airbag connector. the front passenger's
airbag connector, both side airbag connectors, both
seat belt buckle tensioner connectors, and both seat
belt tensioner connectors.. Make sure the battery is sufficiently charged. lf the
battery is dead or low, measuring values won't be
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 the Honda PGM Tester. Backprobe
spring loaded lock type connectors correctly.
Reading the DTC
When the SRS indicator is on, read the DTC using either
of the following methods:
PGM Tester "SRS" Menu Method:
Connect the Honda PGM Tester {A) to the 16P data link
connector {DLC)(B), and follow the Tester's Drompts in
the "SRS" menu.
lf the Tester indicates no DTC, no communication. DTC
3-6 to 3-'10, DTC 4-6 to 4-10, DTC 9-1, or DTC 9-2,
double-check by using the "SCS" menu method.
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Initializing the OPDS {Occupant Position Detection System} Unit
Special Tool Required
SCS service connector 07PAz-00'1 01 00
When a seat-back cover, seat-back cushion, and/or OPDS unit is replaced, initialize the OPDS by following theprocedure below.
NOTE: Make sure the front passenger's seat is dry. Set the seat-back in the normal position, and make sure there isnothing on the seat.
'1. l\4ake sure the ignition switch is OFF.
2. Connect the Honda PGM Tester (A) to the DLC (16P) (B), andfollowtheTester's prompts jn the ,,SCS,, menu toground the SCS line (see the Honda PGM Tester Operator's ManuaD.
3. Connect the SCS service connector (C) to the MES 2P connector (D). Do not use a iumoer wire.
c07PAZ-00r0100
4. Turn the ignition switch ON {ll).
5. The SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and goes off. Remove the SCS service connector from the MESconnector within 4 seconds after the SRS indicator went off.
6. The SRS indicator comes on again. Reconnect the SCS service connector to the MES connector within 4 secondsafter the SRS indicator comes on.
7. The SRS indicator goes off. Remove the SCS service connector from the MES connector withln 4 seconds.8. Watch the sRS indicator.'lftheindicatorblinkstwotimesandthenstayson,theOPDSisinitialized.buttheDTCSneedtobeerased.Goto
step 9, then erase the DTCS..lftheindicatorblinkstwotimesandthengoesoff,theOPDSunitisinitialized.Gotostep9.
' lf the indicator stays on without first blinking.the OPDS is not initialized. Readthe DTC. lf DTC 15-'l is indicated,repeat the initialization procedure. lf another DTC is indicated, go to the appropriate page in the DTCTroubleshooting Index.
9. Turn the ignition switch off, and disconnect the PGM Tester.
SBS indic.ror
MES
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DISCONNECTED
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DTCDetection ltemNotes
t- |ODen in driver's airbaq inflator(see Daqe 23-36)
Increased resistance in driver's airbaq inflator(see Daoe 23-36
t-5Shon to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's airbag
inflator
(see page 23-37)
1-4Shortto Dower in driver's airbao inflator(see paqe 23-39
t-5Shortto qround in driver's airbaq inflator{see paqe 23-40
2-1Open in front Dassenqer's airbaq inflator{see oaoe 23-42
2-2Increased resistance in front passenqer's airbaq intlator(see oaqe 23-42
2-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's
airbao inflator
(see page 23-43)
2-4Short to oower in front oassenoer's airbaq inflator(see paqe 23-45
2-5Short to qround in front passenqer's airbaq inflator(see paqe 23-46
3-1ODen in driver's seat belt tensioner(see page 23-48
3-2lncreased resistance in driver's seat belt tensioner(see paqe 23-48
3-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's seat belt
tensioner
(see page 23-49)
3-4Short to oower in driver's seat belt tensioner(see Daqe 23-51
3-5Short to oround in driver's seat belt tensioner(see oaoe 23-52
21-1ODen or increased resistance in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see paqe 23-54
Short to another wire or decreased resistance in driver's seat belt
buckle tensioner
(see page 23-55)
2't -4Short to Dower in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see paqe 23-56)
2't-5Shon to oround in driver's seat belt buckle tensioner(see oaqe 23'57
4-'lODen in front oassenoer's seat belt tensioner{see page 23-58)
4-2lncreased resistance in front oassenqer's seat belttensioner{see paqe 23-58)
4-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's
seat belt tensioner
{see page 23-60)
4-4Shon to Dower in front Dassenqer's seat belt tensionerlsee oaqe 23-61
4-5Short to qround in front oassenoer's seat belt tensioner(see Daqe 23-63
Open or increased resislance in front passenger's seat belt buckle
tens ioner
(see page 23-64)
22-3Short to another wire or decreased resistance in front passenger's
seat belt buckle tensioner
(see page 23-65)
22-4Short to oower in front oassenqer's seat belt buckle tensioner(see paqe 23-66
22-5Short to oround in front oassenoer's seat belt buckle tensioner(see paqe 23-68
5-1lnternal failure of SRS unit
NOTE:
Before troubleshooting DTCS 5-1 through 8-6, check battery/system
voltage. lf the voltage is low, repair the cha rging system before
troubleshootino the SRS.
(see page 23-69)
5-2
5-4
5-8
6-3
6-4
6-7
6-8
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7-3
8-1
a-2
8-4
8-5
8-6
DTC Troubleshooting Indext.
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