Air Bag Reset
Ok, i turned on the ignition with the air bag disconnected and now i have the SRS airbag error. Does anyone know if the airbag fault code is stored in the Computer (ECU)? I have a VCM programmer and can reflash the ECU with a firmware prior to the error. Don't want to take it to Holden!
Hey bec, i had the same problem (still havnt fixed it) i assume the VCM is like a scantool? if so it should be right to clear it like that. But wait till someone who knows confirms that.
Try disconnecting the battery, reconnect the airbag. Reconnect after 15 - 20 minutes. Might reset the error code. Otherwise, take it to a Holden Dealer.
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doesnt work, dont bother..Originally Posted by Benboy
i still need to take mine to holden..
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go in Luxury
yep once an SRS fault is logged is stays permanant until cleared, its a way of making you go to the dealer to have the fault checked (in theory) as its safety related
The Only 6sp VZ Wagon
i doubt the vcm scanner will erase the srs fault,
vcm is only really capable of picking up ecm and tcm faults (v6) or the pcm faults (v8)
EASTERN CREEK JCNSW 2009
What module in the car stores the SRS error code? Is it the Cluster, the ECU or the BCM? Can anyone answer this for sure?
BCM stores the code and yes you must go to a holden dealer or another mechanical shop with a tech 2
go in Luxury
The Only 6sp VZ Wagon
the srs module under the glovebox stores the codes i belive, it just relays info through the can system to the cluster to display faults, in saying that, the instrument cluster can produce its own fault srs fault if the worng srs channel loop is set
EASTERN CREEK JCNSW 2009
If everything is working normally (ie no SRS faults) and i remove the cluster and drive the car for a couple of weeks and then reconnect it. Will that give me an SRS fault?
The Only 6sp VZ Wagon
no, srs faults are permanent logged, get a scan tool to erase it
EASTERN CREEK JCNSW 2009
go in Luxury
thus why I asked what state your in as I may be able to help
Once an SRS fault is logged they have to stay permanant and disable all SRS items.
Its like that on ALL cars these days. As I said, its a way to force you to have the issue looked at, for instance with Tech 2 it will tell you whats caused the fault before your able to reset it.
scan tool doesn't display and DTC's in VCM Suite? .... if so clear them but I doubt off hand it does log the SRS faults in the ecu.
They probably get stored in the BCM ........ try turning on the ignition, then with the key set to on.......... unplug the battery for 60 mins........ from what i've heard it may reset the bcm.
Just an idea, otherwise some sort of scan tool? .....
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No Scan tool and VMC don't clear the code. Must be in the BCM. If the local mechanic can do it do they have a special tool?
The Only 6sp VZ Wagon
no it wont, and i wouldnt do that, mainly because you could spike control modules doing that, same thing goes for if you disconnect the battery when the engines running
EASTERN CREEK JCNSW 2009
Grandpa
the SRS code will be logged in the SRS module ( funny bout that)
the cluster will also have logged that there is a fault in the SRS & the BCM will have logged faults in the SRS & INST
go to someone with a Tech 2
mike not impressed
I got an SRS air bag fault fault on weekend, Not happy jan!!!!!!!
Took in to Holden, plugged in tech 2, guys said he cant erase the fault, and require the car for a day. he said its the passenger side airbag
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Micky.D
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I rang my local holden dealer and got a quote of $106 but knowing holden and espicially the Gladstone one this will turn into $200 haha
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SRS codes MUST be reset with the Tech 2.
No code can be reset IF THE FAULT STILL EXISTS. (duh...)
VCM, the "cheap" code readers from eBay, or other "workaround" tricks WILL NOT WORK.
These are the hard and fast rules folks....
IF the code has been popped due to a part of the "loop" being disconnected (ie. either a sensor or detonator circuit) temporarily, then the code can be cleared quckly and easily once that element has been reconnected. If the code has popped because a sensor or detonator circuit has become faulty, then the fault needs to be rectified before the code will clear down. But the one simple rule remains - the only way to clear the code is with a Tech 2 or compatible scan tool, with specific options for Holden vehicles. The eBay specials which claim to be "GM Tech 2 compatible" might work with Euro, US, or Jap GM cars, but they won't work with our Commy's.
Hope that helps clear up the confusions / misconceptions....
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thats not too bad, i was guessing $500-$1000.
that makes me a bit happier to ring Holden to book it in
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Nil Bastardo Carborundum
I had the SRS warning go off last week. Suspecting that the fault might be in the driver's seat wiring, I pulled the seat out and unplugged and replugged every wiring connection between the seat belt pretensioner, the airbag and the connection between the seat and main body harness wiring, then re-installed the seat. (Pulling the seat isn't necessary but it's a lot easier to check all wiring if you do.
It appears that whatever had caused the warning light to activate was fixed, beacause I then took the car to the local Ultratune and the Tech 2 was hooked up. There was an error code in the history, but the fault no longer existed. The fault code was cleared and I was on my way. Five minutes, no cost. Things have been fine since.
I would imagine that any Ultratune would have this equipment as they cover such a wide variety of cars. Whether you are as fortunate as me to be able to have faults cleared for nix is another matter, but it certainly doesn't require an expensive visit to your local Holden dealer.
Well i just rang Rockhampton Holden and they gave me a quote of $65 to clear it so tell me now how come gladstone wants to charge $106??? lol rip off!
Ultra tune is the go! Just rang them got a quote for $20 bargin! Stuff holden lol
I got mine cleared by a mate that owns an ultra tune franchise, it seems that all the good ones have the proper diagnostic tools.
Holden first quoted my wife over $100, then later in the day I phoned up and the price dropped to $60???
Funny that eh.
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