What do you do when your SRS light comes on?

What do you do when your SRS light comes on?

When you turn the ignition key to the “ON” position, the SRS light should come on momentarily, then extinguish. If the SRS light stays on, there’s a problem with the system and the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash. You’ll want to seek professional diagnosis and repair as soon as possible.

Will airbag deploy if SRS light is on?

It is not safe to drive with the airbag light ON. When the light is on, it means that there is a problem with the airbag system. When there is a problem with the system, it will not deploy the airbags at all in an accident. If your airbags are not functional in a crash, it may cause death or serious injuries.

What does the SRS light mean on a Honda Accord?

The SRS light is a warning light for your supplemental restraint system (airbags). An SRS light means that there is a problem in the system. The first thing I would check is the fuse for the SRS unit. The only way to check this is with a scan tool of some sort. I used a Solus Pro.

How to reset Honda Accord airbag SRS light?

This video will show you how to diagnose ( troubleshoot ) the ABS , AIRBAG ( AIR BAG ) SRS light on your Honda Accord. To reset the ABS usually just fix the problem area and the light will reset automatically. To reset the Airbag light after the repair is done see the how to reset airbag light on Honda accord on our site.

How can I tell if my SRS light is on?

The scanner flashes slowly to indicate the first part of the numerical error code and then uses a second quick flash for the second number of the code. I recommend that you check the code and go from there. I’m guessing that it will show a “non-functional” code; this is a common problem.

What does the SRS light on airbags mean?

The SRS light is a warning light for your supplemental restraint system (airbags). An SRS light means that there is a problem in the system. The first thing I would check is the fuse for the SRS unit.

However, the system does warn you of a system malfunction. The yellow “SRS” light on the dash will light up, indicating a problem with the system. Once you’ve fixed the problem, you need to know how to reset the SRS light on your Accord.

How do you turn off the SRS light?

MES connector with “short” wire. With this connection made, turn the ignition key to the “on” position (do not start the engine). The SRS will illuminate for two seconds, then turn off. When the light turns off, disconnect the shorting wire to un-short the circuit. The SRS light will turn on again. When it does, reconnect the shorting wire.

The SRS light is a warning light for your supplemental restraint system (airbags). An SRS light means that there is a problem in the system. The first thing I would check is the fuse for the SRS unit.

What does SRS stand for in Honda Civic?

Learn how to do so here. This article applies to the Honda Accord (1990-2002) and Honda Civic/Del Sol (1992-2000). The secondary restraint system, or SRS, is a safety system in your Honda that controls the airbags, among other things.