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How to Test an Airbag Safely After a Trouble Code

Quick Summary When the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) warning light comes on, you’re dealing with one of the most safety-critical systems in the vehicle. If you need to test an airbag, you must follow a controlled, professional process. • Never probe an airbag directly with a multimeter or test light • Always disable the battery and allow the SRS capacitor to discharge fully • Use a scan tool with SRS capability to read and interpret codes • Use a ballistic resistor (airbag simulator) to safely test the circuit • Most … Read More