Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 689

Fig. 1: Locating Restraint System Components (1 Of 2)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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Fig. 2: Locating Restraint System Components (2 Of 2)
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK

Turn ignition switch on. AIR BAG warning light should illuminate for about 6 seconds, then go off. If AIR
BAG warning light illuminates while driving, does not illuminate at all or flashes, an air bag system
malfunction has been detected. See DIAGNOSTICS .

AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Observe these precautions when working with air bag system:

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Carefully inspect any SRS part before installing. DO NOT install any part that shows signs of being
dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

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Use only a digital multimeter to check system. Ensure multimeter output is 10 milliamp (0.01 amp) or
less when switched to lowest value in ohmmeter range.

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DO NOT install used SRS parts from another vehicle. When making SRS repairs, use only NEW parts.

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Except when indicated, always disconnect negative battery cable, and wait at least 3 minutes before
making SRS repairs.

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When ignition is on, or has been turned off for less than 3 minutes, DO NOT bump SRS unit. Air bags
could accidentally deploy.

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Radio contains anti-theft protection circuit. Obtain anti-theft code before disconnecting battery.

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DO NOT disassemble air bags or SRS unit. There are no serviceable parts. Once deployed, an air bag
cannot be repaired or reused.

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Store removed air bags with deployment side facing up. If stored face down, accidental deployment could
propel unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

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Store removed air bags on secure flat surface away from high heat source and free of oil, grease,
detergent or water.

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Store SRS unit in cool and dry place. DO NOT spill water or oil on SRS unit and keep away from dust.

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Disconnect air bag connectors before disconnecting SRS harness connectors.

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM

SPRING-LOADED LOCK CONNECTORS

To disconnect, pull spring-loaded sleeve toward stop while holding opposite half of connector. Then pull
connector halves apart. Be sure to pull on sleeve and not on connector itself. See Fig. 3 .

To connect, hold pawl-side connector half, and press on back of sleeve-side connector half in direction shown.
As connector halves are pressed together, sleeve is pushed back by pawl. DO NOT touch sleeve. When
connector halves are completely connected, pawl is released, and spring-loaded sleeve locks connector.

When backprobing spring-loaded lock connectors, remove retainer before inserting test probes from wire side.
Carefully pry out retainer with flat-tip screwdriver. Retainer may be discarded after removal.

WARNING:

Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result.
Read and follow all WARNINGS and AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

NOTE:

When battery is disconnected, certain memory circuits will lose data. When
battery is reconnected, it may be necessary to perform appropriate computer
relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN .

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Fig. 3: Identifying Spring-loaded Lock Connectors
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

DISABLING SYSTEM

Obtain anti-theft codes for radio and navigation system, if equipped. Record frequencies for radio's preset
buttons. Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect auxiliary battery or power source, if equipped. Wait 3
minutes before working on air bag system or related components.

ACTIVATING SYSTEM

Reconnect negative battery cable. Enter anti-theft codes for radio and navigation system. Enter radio station
presets. Perform idle and window control unit relearn procedures. See COMPUTER RELEARN . Perform

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