How to Reset and Fix Your Airbag SRS Light?
What Does the SRS Light Mean?
SRS stands for Supplemental Restraint System. The SRS warning light indicates an issue with the airbags of your car. When the vehicle computer detects an issue with the airbag system, it shows a figure with the airbag on the vehicle dashboard, while in some other cars, it is symbolized as the alphabet “SRS.”

How to reset the SRS Light

1) Turn the Ignition Switch on and off
First of all, insert the ignition key in the ignition switch and turn it in the ignition switch. You will see the SRS light glow. Wait for some seconds; if the system is all right, this light will go off.

2) Conduct a Test Drive
Again, insert the ignition key in the ignition switch and starts the engine to perform a test driver. If the SRS light automatically stops after a few seconds, it means your issue is resolved. Otherwise, check the wiring system of the car, especially under the passenger seat and the driver’s seat.

3) Replace Damaged Airbag Sensors
The SRS system of your vehicle is connected to multiple sensors. These sensors ensure the efficient working of the system. When any of these sensors go bad, your system triggers the airbag light.

4) Replace Faulty Seatbelts
Your SRS light may turn on due to loose or faulty seatbelts. Even if your seatbelts are not used, the airbag light may be turned off automatically. That is, always inspect the seat belts and their sensors for proper operation.

5) Replace the Faulty Clock Spring
The clock spring is also known as the contact reel, coil assembly, cable reel assembly, or spiral cable. It is one of the most important parts of the airbag system. If the clock spring gets damaged, the system triggers the SRS light.

6) Replace the bad Passenger Seat Sensor
Many cars have a sensitive passenger seat sensor to record the weight of the passenger. Here, the sensor can be tripped easily if you put a heavy box or container on the passenger seat. When the sensor monitors more weight than the specified limit, it triggers the airbag or SRS light.

7) Use an OBD-II Scanner
A scanner can be used to reset the SRS light. Remember that not all OBD II devices can reset this light. You should purchase a scanner with SRS features.

8) Check the Airbag Switch
In some cases, a passenger seat airbag button is present that can turn on or off the airbag. When you try to reset the airbag light, you first check the airbag button.

9) Check Airbag System Performance
There is a very low probability of a bad airbag, but you can still have that issue. That can be the reason you’re on SRS light.

10) Replace the Dead Battery
Your car’s SRS light may turn on due to a faulty or dead battery. Therefore, when your system turns on this light, immediately check your battery. If it is dead, you need to replace it.

--- Time Stamp --
00:00 - Introduction
00:46 - Steps to reset SRS Light
00:49 - Turn the Ignition Switch
01:21 - Test Drive
01:54 - Replace Airbag Sensor
02:20 - Replace Seatbelts
03:06 - Replace Faulty Passenger Seat Sensor
03:27 - Use OBD-II Scanner
03:44 - Check Airbag Switch
04:13 - Airbag System Performance
04:41 - Replace Dead Battery

Disclaimer:
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