Video Summary
A continuous airbag light indicates a problem with the airbags and they might not work in an accident. It's a critical safety feature that shouldn't be ignored.A common cause of an SRS airbag light issue is often loose wiring.
Under the seat there's a yellow wiring harness.
It connects the airbag system to the dashboard.
This wiring can lose connection over time, which can disrupt the airbag system.
Seat adjustments or cleaning can also disrupt the connection.
Bumpy roads can shake things loose.
A faulty seatbelt sensor or passenger airbag indicator can set the light off.
Six methods to explore how to remove the airbag light from the dashboard include:
The first method of resetting an airbag light is using a jumper wire.
Find the small plug under the steering wheel, then insert the jumper wire to connect two specific pins.
This will short the pins, helping reset the airbag light.
Turn the ignition on and watch the airbag light.
It should flash a few times before stopping.
Once it's done, turn the ignition off and check if the light is gone.
For newer Hondas and other models, a scanner is your best bet.
The second method is using the OBD2 scanner with SRS capabilities.
Find the OBD2 port, usually located under the steering wheel.
Plug in the scanner and turn the ignition to on, but don't start the engine.
Use the scanner to access the airbag system and read the error codes.
If it shows a code related to the airbag, choose clear or reset.
Turn off the ignition, unplug the scanner, and start the car.
If it worked, the airbag light should reset.
The third method is to check the seatbelt and passenger sensor by making sure all seatbelts are securely clicked in.
Clear any heavy items, like bags or boxes, in the passenger seat.
Some cars’ passenger weight sensor might mistake a heavy object for a person, setting on the airbag light.
After checking the seatbelts and clearing the passenger seat, turn the car back on.
Next method is by adjusting the seat connector.
First, turn off your vehicle and remove the ignition key.
Now, look under both the driver's and passenger seats for the airbag wiring harnesses.
They're usually yellow.
Once you found them, give each connector a gentle wiggle and push to ensure it's fully secure.
After you do this, restart your vehicle.
Another method is temporarily removing and reinserting the airbag fuse relay.
Some vehicles, like Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, and Jeep models, allow you to reset the airbag light by temporarily removing and reinserting the airbag fuse or relay.
You'll first have to locate your vehicle's fuse box, often found under the dashboard near the driver's side.
Remove the fuse for a few minutes.
Use a fuse puller or needle nose pliers to pull it out gently.
Then, reinsert the fuse and turn on the car to check if the airbag light is off.
Another method of resetting an airbag light is disconnecting the battery. This is usually one of the simplest ways to reset the airbag light, and it works for many vehicles.
This method is effective for many older models of Chevrolet, GMC, Ford, Jeep, Dodge, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda vehicles.
There are advanced scan tools that professionals can use to clear the light.
After a professional reset, underlying issues, such as faulty sensors, damaged wiring, or system errors that might be causing the light to stay on, can be checked.
If it persists, see a professional.
Driving with the airbag light on is not safe because the airbag system might not deploy in an accident.
