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Question: air bag light

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cadtail, Philadelphia, PA, October 13, 2009, 17:27
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i removed front pass seat & unpluged to clean then put back in now air bag light is on.can i reset myself & how if i can.i thought of undoing neg side of battery maybe but not sure. thanks

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    Protech2989 October 14, 2009, 17:35
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    The use of a Scan Tool will be required to inspect and clear trouble codes. Disconnecting battery cables will not clear codes.

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    tedeverhart March 18, 2010, 14:18
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    The Airbag light is a response to a "malfunction" within the Supplemental Restraint System. (SRS) Having the battery connected when you remove a seat will cause a code to appear. When the trip occurs, you will need to have a SRS reset tool which is not the same as a OBD-2 reset tool. Take your car to a shop and tell them you need your airbag light reset. They should do it for $40-60. You can also purchase a SRS tool yourself for about $120.

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