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How do I fix the SRS light on my Honda Accord?

How do I fix the SRS light on my Honda Accord?

How to Reset a Honda Accord SRS Light

  1. Straighten out a paperclip.
  2. Pull down on the fuse panel cover under the steering column with your fingers to remove it.
  3. Locate the small yellow plug in the fuse panel.
  4. Unplug the power connector from the fuse panel.

What does SRS mean in a 1997 Honda Accord?

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Light On.

How do you reset the SRS light on a Honda?

Reset Your SRS Light

  1. There is a yellow plug under the dash plugged into the fuse panel.
  2. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” (II) position.
  3. When the SRS light comes back on plug the jumper wire back in within 4 seconds the light will blink twice and go out.
  4. Unplug the jumper and turn the ignition key off.

What would cause the SRS light to come on?

If the SRS light stays on or starts flashing on and off, you may have a problem with the airbags themselves, a loose wire, a faulty seat belt buckle, or a problem with the Engine Control Unit (ECU) that is causing the airbag warning light to stay on.

Can I drive my car with the SRS light on?

While you can certainly drive while your SRS light is on, it isn’t safe. You should get your vehicle to a service center as soon as possible so that a technician can inspect your SRS computer.

Can the SRS light be reset?

How do you reset the SRS light? It should be noted that turning off the airbag warning light will not fix any problems. Instead, the action merely extinguishes the warning temporarily until any concerns are addressed. Only reset the light after the necessary repairs have been completed.

Why does my SRS light stay on?

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 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.

Why does my car not start after shorting out the SRS light?

To make a long story short my car wouldn’t start after shorting out the SRS light when you short the SRS it fries your main control module under the steering wheel which will cause your car to not start. Never Short out anything Electronic it will not fix the problem it will make the situation worse. Was this answer helpful?