Hi, this is Bo, an auto expert on RepairPal's Car Genius team!
The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicator on your 2005 Honda Odyssey coming on and off intermittently could be due to several reasons, such as:
1. **Faulty SRS Sensors**: These are responsible for detecting impacts and triggering airbags. If one of these sensors is malfunctioning or has a poor connection, it can cause the SRS light to turn on intermittently.
2. **Loose or Damaged Wiring**: The wiring or connectors for the airbags or SRS sensors could be loose, corroded, or damaged. A poor connection can lead to the intermittent warning light.
3. **Seatbelt Pretensioners**: These are part of the SRS system and are responsible for tightening the seatbelt when a crash is imminent. If there's an issue with the seatbelt mechanism, it can cause the SRS light to illuminate.
4. **Clock Spring Issues**: The clock spring in the steering wheel helps maintain the electrical connection to the airbag. If it’s damaged or worn out, it can cause intermittent issues with the airbag system and trigger the SRS warning light.
5. **SRS Module Malfunction**: If the SRS control module itself is malfunctioning or has a stored error code, it could turn the light on and off.
Since the SRS system is critical for your safety, it's essential to have this checked out by a professional as soon as possible. Diagnosing the exact cause will likely require a scan tool to pull the fault codes from the SRS system, which can give a more precise idea of what's going wrong.
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