Restraint Systems

The content of this article/image reflects the changes identified in
TSB 18-98-06
Dated 01/18/06
And applies to 2005 Forester & Impreza

DTC 12

DETECTING CONDITION:
- Airbag main harness is open, shorted or shorted to ground.
- Airbag module harness (Passenger) is open, shorted or shorted to ground.
- Passenger's airbag module is faulty.
- Airbag control module is faulty.

CAUTION:
- Before diagnosing the airbag system, be sure to turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the ground cable from battery, and wait more than 20 seconds before starting to work.
- When inspecting the airbag main harness, disconnect the airbag module connector of the driver and passenger seats for safety reasons.