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1st time here and question about airbags - 3/30/2008 2:55:06 PM

mercfocus

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I have a 2001 2 door Accent and I just put new airbags and a module in it yesterday.
Does anyone have any knowledge about this?
How do I reset the module? The airbag light is still on.
Could it be a sensor some where? Where are the sensors?

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RE: 1st time here and question about airbags - 3/30/2008 4:19:13 PM

ken99

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You are the first person I've ever heard of to tackle the airbag system replacement themselves. I'm guessing that you need to connect the car to a code scanner that will reset the error code in the car's computer. Part's store sometimes loan these out or rent them for a nominal charge. Autozone comes to mind. I am assuming that a standard OBDC-II scanner will do the job, but I'll be honest and admit that I've steered clear of airbag errors to let the dealer tackle them.

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RE: 1st time here and question about airbags - 3/31/2008 8:11:28 AM

NovaResource

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I agree. The Air Bag system is not something to mess around with unless you know exactly what you are doing have have the proper tools. I would suggest taking it to the dealership.

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RE: 1st time here and question about airbags - 4/2/2008 4:19:39 PM

mercfocus

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The work was accually really easy. Finding the location of the module took the most time. Remove the negative battery cable and you can do anything on these things.
I also have an '06 Mustang and a '94 Mustang GT that I work on all the time. I'm the mechanic and machine tech at work, so working with cars doesn't intimidate so much. Of course I don't know everything and that's why I like these forums.

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RE: 1st time here and question about airbags - 4/3/2008 7:37:22 AM

ken99

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