Ignition Key Method:

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.

The car’s onboard computer will turn on the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Light if the system will not operate properly or operate outside of intentions. This system is designed to deploy air bags and tighten seat belts when the computer determines the car is in an accident.

1. Turn IGNITION on (but don’t start car)
2. After the AIR BAG warning lamp lights for 7 seconds, turn IGNITION off within 1 second.
3. Wait 4 seconds.
4. Turn IGNITION on (but don’t start car)
5. After the AIR BAG warning lamp lights for 7 seconds, turn IGNITION off within 1 second.

The airbag light indicates that something is wrong with the seatbelts or airbags. This means that it’s probably not safe to drive with the airbag light on. If it stays illuminated in your vehicle, we recommend having it towed to the dealership rather than driving it yourself.

Blown fuses can definitely cause the airbag light to come on. When the airbag system is malfunctioning, a mechanic or auto parts store should be able to read the code that the system is putting out which will give them a clue as to what particular problem the airbag is having.

The airbag warning light should only stay on when there’s a problem with the airbag system in the car. Every time you turn on the car, the computer in the vehicle checks the system. The light comes on for a few seconds and then goes off to show that it’s working.

Natalie Kumaratne of Honda environment and safety public relations told us the “airbag off” indicator comes on in its cars when weight sensors detect 65 pounds or less on the seat.

Number 1 — Reset Airbag Light This process can take several hours of time and usually costs a few hundred dollars, although depending upon the type of car it may be up to about $600.

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.

In California, No, you cannot legally sell a vehicle with a faulty SRS/Airbag system.

The bottom line is that, when your airbag light comes on, it’s vital that you don’t drive any further and have your car checked by a mechanic as soon as possible. Until the problem is diagnosed and fixed, your airbags will not deploy.

How to reset airbag light without a Scanner. In some older cars, though, it is possible to reset the airbag light without a scanner by removing the car battery terminals. Check the wiring system underneath the driver or passenger seat for any loose wires or corrosion in the connector plug.

The SRS warning light on the dashboard usually looks like a side view of a person sitting in a seat with a seat belt on, with a large circle (the airbag) in front of the person. It will normally light up briefly each time you start your vehicle, and then go off.

Unfortunately, the SRS Airbag light doesn’t reset on its own. Even if the problem has been addressed, you will need an Airbag scanner to reset the light. Very often the light goes on because of a dying battery. But once the light is on, it will stay on even when you install a new battery, until you manually reset it.

The fuse block is on the driver’s side of the engine compartment. Pull out the SRS fuse. In most models, this is fuse #40, located in the lower right corner of the fuse block.