Does a 2008 Sienna need replacement airbags

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it is a recall from kia they will replace something in your steering wheel call the kia motors i had mine done for free because its a recall thats why your light is on a pin went nad they need to replace it call them

This is caused by a part called the clock-spring rotating contact ribbon, it is a coiled up circuit ribbon that connects the steering wheel button and airbag to the steering column electrics. it is under the steering wheel. It needs to be replaced. This can be a dangerous job due the Airbag, so if you do want to try and replace it disconnect the battery negative cable for 15 minutes prior to start of work. The part is about $150.00 You will need special tools.

I am no expert but had a similiar problem with my camry and am starting to have the problem with my Sienna. Inside the steering wheel is a metal ring that supplies power to the horn, turn signals, cruise control (if equipped), etc. This way you have power to these switches even when you turn.

It seems that the top of the ring is worn or dirty thus causing the contacts not to conduct electricity to the horn. In my camry I had to have the ring replaced.

Now for the not so good news. The work needs to be done by a certified technician. This is because of the airbag. Once you take the steering wheel apart you need to be able to reset the airbag or your airbag may not work. Due to federal safety regulations they require a certified technician or special tool or something to do this. My neighbor who is a mechanic told me I would have to take it in to get it done.

I do not rememer what the cost was.

Hope this helps

Special Service Tool from Toyota is part number 09228-06501

DRIVERS SEAT ADJAR THERE IS A SWITCH IN THE TWO FRONT SEATS CHECK TO SEE IF THEY HAVE COME DISCONNECTED

Certainly check with your Toyota Dealer as the vehicle is hopefully is still under factory warranty at that milage. The Air bag light flashing is certainly cause for concern, and having an airbag set off without impact can be very dangerous and it is best to have a professional working on your airbag issues.

it is harness connection issue. Under driver seat check for any loose connection. make sure all of them connected properly by pressing connector together and it should the problem

you might be able to obtain a CarFax report with the details. Also - depending on the location etc of the accident you should be able to obtain a police report that indicates if airbags deployed.

I hope you did not purchase your Toyota used; one of the worst scams around is selling used vehicles with missing or useless air bags.  The replacement cost on these is in the upper 3 digits. Because of the possibility of triggering the air bag by accident, I don't advise that someone not trained should attempt to troubleshoot these.