Common questions

How does the airbag scanner work on a Chevy?

How does the airbag scanner work on a Chevy?

Plug your Chevrolet Airbag Scan Tool into the 16 pin OBD2 port. The port is trapezoid in shape and allows the scanner to plug only in one direction. Turn on the ignition. Do not start the engine. If your Chevrolet has a START/STOP button, press this button without pressing the brake pedal. Allow your Chevrolet airbag scanner to power on.

Where are airbag codes stored in a Chevy?

Below you will find common airbag codes that can be stored in your airbag control module after your vehicle was in an accident. The best part of having your Chevy’s original airbag module reset by MyAirbags is that when you get your airbag control module back and it goes back into the same vehicle that it came out of then it will be plug-n-play.

Why does the airbag light stay on in my Chevy?

If your Chevrolet airbag light stays on and won’t turn off, it is because the Safety Restraint System (SRS) has detected a problem with one of the airbag components. Two possibilities include damaged wires or low voltage. While the airbag light stays on, the SRS system will not function, and no airbag will deploy in case of an accident.

How long does it take to reset a Chevrolet airbag module?

MyAirbags is proud to offer SRS Airbag Module Reset and Seat Belt Repair services to get your Chevrolet back on the road again safely. Avoid the unnecessary expensive dealership prices and trust in MyAirbags to repair and return your airbag module and your seat belts within 24 hours of receiving it, 100% guaranteed or money back!

Plug your Chevrolet Airbag Scan Tool into the 16 pin OBD2 port. The port is trapezoid in shape and allows the scanner to plug only in one direction. Turn on the ignition. Do not start the engine. If your Chevrolet has a START/STOP button, press this button without pressing the brake pedal. Allow your Chevrolet airbag scanner to power on.

If your Chevrolet airbag light stays on and won’t turn off, it is because the Safety Restraint System (SRS) has detected a problem with one of the airbag components. Two possibilities include damaged wires or low voltage. While the airbag light stays on, the SRS system will not function, and no airbag will deploy in case of an accident.

What are the airbag codes on a Chevy Chevorlet?

Call us at 888-779-9029 M-F 9-5 EST Review the GM Chevorlet airbag codes list below: RF/Passenger Frontal Deployment Loop (Stage 2) Resistance Low Passenger Airbag Module Deployment Circuit -Ckt Resistance Low (Stage 2)

Can a Chevy airbag be reset by myairbags?

The best part of having your Chevy’s original airbag module reset by MyAirbags is that when you get your airbag control module back and it goes back into the same vehicle that it came out of then it will be plug-n-play. No additional programming of the VIN is required to fix your airbag codes.

Where is the airbag code on a 1996 Chevy?

If you use a generic OBD-II scanner, it will show no fault codes, even though airbag codes are present and the airbag light is on. Under your Chevrolet dashboard, you will find the Onboard Diagnostic port, also known as the OBD-II port. Your browser does not support the video tag. All 1996 and newer Chevrolet have this port.

What to do when your airbag light comes back on?

After you clear the Chevrolet airbag light, turn off the ignition then back on to determine if the airbag light has been reset. Go back to the Airbag / SRS control unit. Scroll down to Clear / Erase Fault Codes and press enter. If the problem hasn’t been fixed, the airbag light will come back immediately or as soon as the problem is detected again.

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