Forester L F4-2.5L SOHC (1999)
YES:
Go to step 5Q7.
NO:
Replace side airbag harness (RH).
5Q7: SIDE AIRBAG HARNESS (RH) INSPECTION
Measure resistance between connector (3I) terminal and chassis ground.
CHECK: Is the resistance more than 1 M Ohms?
YES:
Go to step 5Q8.
NO:
Replace side airbag harness (RH).
5Q8: SIDE AIRBAG HARNESS (RH) INSPECTION
Measure resistance between connector (3I) terminal and chassis ground.
CHECK: Is the resistance more than 1 M Ohms?
YES:
Replace side airbag sensor (RH).
NO:
Replace side airbag harness (RH).
53 Side Airbag Sensor (RH) Is Faulty
DIAGNOSIS: Side airbag sensor (RH) is faulty.
CAUTION: Before performing diagnostics on airbag system, turn ignition switch "OFF", disconnect battery ground terminal, and then wait at least 20
seconds.
5S1: CHECK IF TROUBLE CODE 53 IS INDICATED.
Confirm flashing trouble code according to "BASIC DIAGNOSTICS PROCEDURE".
CHECK: Is airbag warning light trouble code 53 indicated?
YES:
Replace side airbag sensor (RH).
NO:
Perform clear memory.
54 Side Airbag Sensor (LH) Is Faulty
DIAGNOSIS: Side airbag sensor (LH) is faulty.
CAUTION: Before performing diagnostics on airbag system, turn ignition switch "OFF", disconnect battery ground terminal, and then wait at least 20
seconds.