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DTC 6



Diagnostic Trouble Code 6

Possible cause
- Damaged driver-side air bag module
- Damaged clock spring
- Damaged SAS-unit
- Open or short circuit in wiring harness
- Poor connection of connector

Warning
Handling the air bag module and SAS-unit improperly can accidently deploy the air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the air bag module and SAS-unit.


Step 1
1. Carry out the "Before Servicing" procedure under GENERAL PROCEDURES.
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module.
3. Verify that the driver-side air bag module connector pin is not broken.

Connector Location:




Corrective Action Table:






Step 2
1. Install a 2-ohm resistor between terminals B and C of the driver-side air bag module connector.
2. Connect the SAS-unit connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON and verify that diagnostic trouble code.

Connector Location:




Corrective Action Table:






Step 3
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the SAS-unit connector.
3. Disconnect the clock spring connector.
4. Verify that the clock spring connector pin is not broken.

Connector Location:




Corrective Action Table:






Step 4
1. Install a 2-ohm resistor between terminals B and C of the clock spring connector.
2. Connect the SAS-unit connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON and verify that diagnostic trouble code.

Connector Location:




Corrective Action Table:






Step 5
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the SAS-unit connector.
3. Replace the SAS-unit.
4. Connect the SAS-unit connector.

Verify Warning Light Remains Off:






5. Turn the ignition switch to ON and determine if diagnostic trouble code 6 is still present.
6. If diagnostic trouble code 6 is still set, repair the wiring harness (clock spring-SAS-unit).