Restraints

SRS Control Module (SRSCM) Repair Procedures

19steps
~114min
4/5difficulty
0102030405097N·mlb·ft
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Removal

  1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least three minutes before starting work.
  3. Remove the floor console. (Refer to Body - Console)
  4. Lift the lock (C) of the SRSCM connector, then disconnect the connectors (A and B).
  5. Remove the SRSCM mounting nuts from the SRSCM, then remove the SRSCM.

Installation

  1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least three minutes before starting work.
  3. Install the SRSCM using the SRSCM mounting nuts.

    Tightening torque: 7.0 ~ 9 N·m

  4. Connect the SRSCM wiring harness connector.
  5. Install the floor console. (Refer to Body group - Console)
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.
  7. After installing the SRSCM, check that the system operates correctly:
    • Turn the ignition ON; the SRS indicator should illuminate for approximately six seconds, then turn off.

Variant Coding

After replacing the SRSCM with a new one, perform the "Variant Coding" procedure.Variant Coding Procedure

Online Type on GDS

  1. With the ignition OFF, connect the GDS.
  2. With the ignition ON and engine OFF, select the vehicle name and the airbag system.
  3. Select the variant coding mode.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions as shown below.
1) ACU variant coding initial screen 2) VIN code input screen 3) Variant coding operation screen-1 4) Variant coding operation screen-2 5) Variant coding completed  Offline Type in GDS (can be used when there is no internet connection) 1) ACU Variant Coding Initial Screen
2) ACU coding code input screen
3) ACU Coding Input Recheck Screen
4) Variant coding operation screen-1
5) Variant coding operation screen-2
6) Variant coding completed

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