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Test prerequisites for self-diagnosis > < Airbag system self-diagnosis
Function
Function
Airbag control unit -J234- can be found behind console on tunnel. It is equipped with a fault memory. Connection for self-diagnosis can be found on right next to ignition switch.
Control unit detects faults in airbag system and stores them in a non-volatile memory.
When the ignition is switched on, the airbag warning lamp -K75- lights up for about 3 seconds and then goes out again.
If the airbag warning lamp -K75- does not go out again, the voltage supply to the airbag control unit (J 234) has an open circuit. Fault rectification → Chapter.
If there is a fault, the airbag warning lamp -K75- lights up again.
At start of fault finding, initiate self-diagnosis and interrogate stored information using fault reader -V.A.G 1551-.
Fault information displayed makes reference via fault table with notes to possible causes of fault for purposes of targeted repairs.
   

Test prerequisites for self-diagnosis > < Airbag system self-diagnosis