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The SRS lndicator Stays On When ln "SCS"
Menu Method
NOTE:. lf you cannot retrieve DTCSwith the PGM Tester
using the SRS menu method. retrieve the flash codeswith the Tester in SCS mode {see page 23-24|,.. A new SRS unit must sense the entire system is OK
before completing its initial self-test. The most
common cause of an incomplete self-test is the
failure to replace all deployed parts after a collision,
in particular, seat belt tensioners and seat belt buckletenstoners.. An incomplete self-test prevents the PGM Tester fromretrieving DTCS, although flash codes are available in
the Tester's SCS mode.
1 . Erase the DTC memory using the MES connector(see page 23-26).
Does the SRS indicator go off while you are
erasing the DTC memory?
YES-Go to step 42.
NO Go to step 2.
Check the No. '13 { 10A) fuse in the under-dash
fuse/relay box.
lsthe f use OK?
YES--Go to step 19.
NO Go to step 3.
Replacethe No. 13 (10A) fuse.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll), and wait for 30
seconds. Then turn the ignition switch OFF.
Check rhe No. 13 (10A) fuse.
ls the f use OK?
YES The system is OK at this time.I
NO Go to step 6.
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6. Replace the No. 13 (10A) fuse.
7. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the
battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
8. Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (see
step 2 on page 23-21).
9. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P
connector (see step 3 on page 23,21).
10. Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors(see step 5 on page 23-221.
'11. DisconnectSRS unitconnectorA{18P)fromthe
SRS unit (see step 7 on page 23-22],.
'12. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
13. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll), and wait for 30
seconds. Then turn the ignition switch OFF.
14. Checkthe No. 13 ('10A) fuse.
ls the f use OK?
YES-Short to ground in the SRS unit; replace the
SRS unit (see page 23-122).a
NO Go to step 15.
15. Replace the No. 13 (10A) fuse.
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from the under-dash fuse/relav bor.
11.
18.
SRS Indicator Circuit Troubleshooting (cont'd)
'16. Disconnect dashboard wire harness B connector S
Turn the ignition switch ON {ll), and wait for 30
seconds. Then turn the ignition switch OFF,
Check the No. 13 (10A) fuse.
ls the f use OK?
YES Short to ground in dashboard wire harness
B; replace dashboard wire harness B.I
NO-Short to ground in the under-dash fuse/relay
box; replace the under-dash fuse/relay box.l
Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the
battery negative cable, and wait for 3 minutes.
Disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (see
step 2 on page 23-2'l).
Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P
connector (see step 3 on page 23-21).
Disconnect both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors
(see step 5 on page 23-22).
Disconnect SRS unit connector A (18P) from the
SRS unit (see step 7 on page 23-22).
19.
20.
21.
22.
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24.Beconnect the battery negative cable.
Connect a voltmeter between the No. 3 terminal of
SRS unit connector A (18P) and body ground. Turn
the ignition switch ON (ll), and measure the voltage.
There should be baftery voltage.
SRS UNIT CONNECTOR A (18PI
Wire side of female terminals
ls there battery voltage?
YES Go to step 29.
NO Go to step 26.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect dashboard wire harness B connector S
26.
27.
PNK
from the under-dash fuse/relav box.

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Component Replacement/lnspection After Deployment
NOTE: Before doing any SRS repairs. use the PGM
Tester SRS menu method to check for DTCS; refer to the
DTC Troubleshooting Index for the less obvious
deployed parts (seat beit tensioners, front sensors, side
airbag sensors, etc.)
After a collision where the seat belt tensioners
deployed, replace these items:' Seat belt tensioners. Seat belt buckle tensioners. SRS unit. Front impact sensors
After a collision where the front airbag(s) deployed.
replace these items:. SRS unit. Deployed airbag(s). Seat belt tensioners. Seat belt buckle tensioners. Front impact sensors
After a collision where the side airbag{s) deployed,
replace these items:. SRS unit. Deployed side airbag(s). Side impact senso(s)for the side(s) that deployed
During the repair process, inspect these areas:
. lnspect allthe SRS wire harnesses. Replace, don't
repair, any damaged harnesses.. Inspectthecable reelfor heatdamage. lf there is any
damage, replace the cable reel.
Afterthe vehicle is completely repaired, turn the
ignition switch ON (ll). lf the SRS indicator comes on for
about 6 seconds and then goes off, the SRS airbag
system is OK. lf the indicator does not function properly,
use the PGM Tester SRS Menu Method to read the DTC
(see page 23-23). lf this doesn't retrieve any codes, use
the Tester's SCS menu method (see page 23-24). lf you
still cannot retrieve a code, go to SRS Indicator Circuit
Troubleshooting.
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)Side Airbag Replacement
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NOTE: Review the seat replacement pro6edure in the
Body section before pertorming repairs or service.
Removal
1. Disconnectthe battery negative cable, and wait atleast 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the side airbag harness 2P
connector {A).
Remove the seat assembly (see page 20-71) and
seat-back cover (see page 20-75).
Remove the mounting nut (A) and the side
airbag (B).
3.
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Installation
NOTE:. lf the side airbag lid issecured byatape, removelhe
rape.. Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.. Use new mounting nuts tightened to the specified
torque.. Make sure that the seat-back cover is installedproperly, lmproper installation may prevent proper
deployment.. Be sure to install the harness wires so that they arenot pinched or interfering with other parts.
1. Place the new side airbag on the seat-back frame(A). Tighten the side airbag mounting nuts (B).
2. Installthe seat-back cover {see page 20-75).
3. Installthe seat assembly (see page 20-71), then
connect the side airbag harness 2P connector.
4. Move the front seat and the seat-back through their
full ranges of movement, making sure the harness
wires are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
6. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper
system operation;Turn the ignition switch ON (ll);
the SRS indicator should come on for about 6
seconds and then go off.

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Airbag Disposal
Special Tool Required
Deployment tool 07HAz-SG00500
Before scrapping any airbags, side airbags, seat belt
tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners (including
those in a whole vehicle to be scrapped), the airbags,
side airbags, seat belt tensioners, or seat belt buckle
tensioners must be deployed. lf the vehicle is still within
the warranty period, the Honda District Service
Manager must give approval and/or special instruction
before deploying the airbags, side airbags, seat belt
tensioners, or seat belt buckle tensioners. Only after the
airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, or seat belt
buckle tensioners have been deployed (as the result of
vehicle collision, for example), can they be scrapped.
lf the airbags, side airbags, seat belt tensioners, and
seat belt buckle tensioners appear intact (not deployed),
treat them with extreme caution. Follow this Drocedure.
Deploying Airbags in the Vehicle
lf an SRS equipped vehicle is to be entirely scrapped, its
airbags, side airbags. seat belt tensioners. and seat belt
buckle tensioners should be deoloved while still in the
vehicle. The airbags, side airbags, seat belttensioners,
and seat belt buckle tensioners should not be
considered as salvageable parts and should never be
installed in another vehicle.
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then disconnect the
battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Confirm that each airbag, side airbag, or seat belt
tensioner is securely mounted.
3. Conf irm that the specia I tool isfunctioning properly
by following the check procedure on the tool label.
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Driver's Airbag:
4. Remove the access panel f rom the steering wheel,
then disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector
from the cable reel (see step 2 on page 23-21).
Front Passenger's Airbag:
5. Lowerthe glove box, then disconnectthe front
passenger's airbag 4P connector from dashboard
wire harness B (see step 3 on page 23-211.
Side Airbag:
6. Disconnect the side airbag 2P connectors from the
floor wire harness (see step 4 on page 23-211.
Seat belt tensioner:
7. Disconnect the seat belt tensioner 2P connectors
from the floor wire harness {see step 5 on page 23-
22). Pull the seat belt out all the way, and cut it off.
Seat belt buckle tensioner:
8, Disconnect the seat belt buckle tensioner 4P
connectors from the floor wire harness (see step 6
on page 23-221.

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Airbag Disposal (cont'dl
Deploying Components Out of the Vehicle
lf an intact airbag or tensioner has been removed from
a scrapped vehicle, or has been found defective or
damaged during transit, storage, or service, it should be
deoloved as follows:
1. Confirm that the special tool isfunctioning properly
by following the check procedure on this page or
on the tool label.
2. Position the airbag face up, outdoors, on flat
ground, at least 30 feet (10 meters) from any
obstacles or DeoDle.
3. Follow steps 9 through 1 1 of the in-vehicle
deployment procedure.
Disposal of Damaged Components
1. lf installed in a vehicle, follow the removal
procedure for the driver's airbag (see page 23-113),
front passenger's airbag (see page 23-114), side
airbag (see page 23-115). seat belt tensioner (see
page 23-4), and seat belt buckle tensioner.
2. In all cases. make a short circuit by cutting,
stripping, and twisting together the two inflator
wires.
NOTE; The driver's and passenger's airbag each
have four wires: twist each pair of like-colored
wires together
Package the component in the same packaging that
the new reolacement Dart came in.
Mark the outside of the box "DAMAGED AIRBAG
NOT DEPLOYED'" ''DAMAGED SIDE AIRBAG NOT
DEPLOYED", "DAMAGED SEAT BELT TENSIONER
NOT DEPLOYED" or "DAlvlAGED SEAT BELT
BUCKLE TENSIONER NOT DEPLOYED" so it does
not get confused with your parts stock.
Contact your Honda District Service Manager for
how and where to return it for disposal.
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Deployment Tool Check
1. Connect the yellow clips to both switch protector
handles on the tool; connect the tool to a battery.
2. Push the operation switch: green means the tool is
OK; red means the tool is faulty
3. Disconnectthe battery and the yellow clips.
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SRS Unit Replacement
Removal
'1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at
least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the driver's and front passenger's
airbag connectors (see page 23-21).
3. Disconnectthe side airbag connectors (see page
23-211.
4.Disconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors (see
page 23-22) and both seat belt buckle tensioner
connectors {see page 23-221.
Remove the dashboard center lower cover (see
step 2 on page 20-57).
Pull down the console carpet on the passenger's
side, then remove the Torx bolt (A)from the SRS
unit.
7. Pull down the console carpet on the driver's side,
then disconnect the connectors. Remove the Torx
bolts (A), then pull out the SRS unit.
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lnstallation
1, Installthe new SRS unit (A)with Torx bolts (B), then
connect the connectors {C) to the SRS uniu push
them into position until they clicks.
NOTE: When tightening the Torx bolts to the
specified torque, be careful to turn them in so that
their heads rest squarely on the brackets.
Reinstall the dashboard center lower cover (see
step 2 on page 20-57).
Reconnect the driver's and front passenger's airbag
connectors (see page 23-21]'.
Reconnect the side airbag connectors (see page 23-
211.
Reconnect both seat belt tensioner connectors (see
page 23-221 and both seat belt buckle tensioner
connectors (see page 23-22).
Reconnect the battery negative cable.
Initialize the OPDS unit (see page 23'27).
After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system
operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (ll); the SRS
indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and
then go off.
4.
6.
8.
7.
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Side lmpact Sensor Replacement
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at
least 3 minutes before beginning work.
2. Disconnect the appropriate side airbag 2P
connector (see step 4 on page 23-21).
3. Remove the seat assembly (see pa ge 20-71J.
4. Remove the front door silltrim and the B-pillar
lower trim panel (see page 20-50).
5. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector
from the side impact sensor.
6. Remove the Torx bolt (A) using a Torx T30 bit, then
remove the side impact sensor (B).
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lnstallation
1. Install the new side impact sensor with a new Torx
bolt (A), then connect the floor wire harness 2P
connector {B) to the side impact sensor {C).
2.
3.
Reconnect the negative battery cable.
After installing the side impact sensor, confirm
proper system operation:Turn the ignition switch
ON (ll); the SRS indicator should come on for about
6 seconds and then go off.
Install all removed parts.
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