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It is pretty straight forward remove the old bags take note of anything removed and how it sets. line up the clock spring install the new air bags and then the ECU. If you install the ecu without the bags and turn the ignition on you will set the SRS light off again and need to get it reset so avoid doing so.
SRS IS SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. THIS IS YOUR AIRBAG SYSTEM.WHEN YOU SEE SRS LIGHT FLASHING TAKE VECHICLE TO DEALERSHIP SEE WHAT CAUSING PROBLEM DONT TRY FIX AIRBAGS SYSTEM YOUR SELF LET DEALERSHIP FIX AIRBAGS DANGEROUS THEY CAN DEPLOY WHILE TRYING TO FIX SO LET PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN FIX.
If the airbag has been deployed, is is necessary to REPLACE the airbag (SRS) ECU. It is located below the center console. (See picture) It must be replaced because on your vehicle, it contains the crash sensors. If you do not replace it and hook-up new airbags and turn the key on, the new airbags will immediately deploy. There is no way to "reset" it.
supplimental restraint system, air bag...car may have been in an accident and the bags were deployed and not replaced, or have been damaged (clockspring)-start by contacting the seller, or go on carfax and do a search of the VIN to see if it was in an accident. No matter what, the dealer will end up getting involved if they are not working properly, and your state may have regulations concerning the sale of a vehicle with disabled airbags.
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