Airbag Problem with my 1998 Olds 88
Engine size = V6
GM tech = any Oldsmobile mechanic
question = Is there a separate sensor for the passenger side airbag on my 1998 olds
88? In other words, if nobody is in the passenger seat does the dashboard airbag
deploy anyway in an accident? Thanks.
JK:
Unlike on todays newer AIRBAG systems, your car does not have a seperate circuit to
determine if an occupant is in the passenger seat.
Anytime time there is a force sufficient to warrant airbag deployment, both airbags will
deploy.
This is assuming the system is functioning properly. If there were a mulfunction, the
warning light should be on the dash.
The module records data and system status before and after airbag deployment.
VISITOR:
And I assume disabling the passenger side in some way, even though I am always
alone in the car as it's driver, is illegal? I've heard permission has to be obtained by the
DOT or some bureaucratic outfit. Thanks for the reply.
JK:
Yes that is correct.
Engine size = V6
GM tech = any Oldsmobile mechanic
question = Is there a separate sensor for the passenger side airbag on my 1998 olds
88? In other words, if nobody is in the passenger seat does the dashboard airbag
deploy anyway in an accident? Thanks.
JK:
Unlike on todays newer AIRBAG systems, your car does not have a seperate circuit to
determine if an occupant is in the passenger seat.
Anytime time there is a force sufficient to warrant airbag deployment, both airbags will
deploy.
This is assuming the system is functioning properly. If there were a mulfunction, the
warning light should be on the dash.
The module records data and system status before and after airbag deployment.
VISITOR:
And I assume disabling the passenger side in some way, even though I am always
alone in the car as it's driver, is illegal? I've heard permission has to be obtained by the
DOT or some bureaucratic outfit. Thanks for the reply.
JK:
Yes that is correct.
The supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system supplements the protection offered by the occupant seat belt system. The SIR system
has several inflator modules located throughout the vehicle, i.e. The inflatable restraint steering wheel module, inflatable restraint IP
module in passenger side of dash, and the inflatable restraint side impact module - LF and RT. Each inflator module has a deployment
loop that is controlled by the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM), which is mounted inside of the vehicle. The SDM
determines the severity of a collision with the assistance of various sensor inputs. When the SDM detects a collision of sufficient force, it
will process the information provided by the sensors to further support inflater module deployment. The SDM performs continuous
diagnostic monitoring of the SIR system electrical components. Upon detection of a circuit malfunction, the SDM will set a diagnostic
trouble code (DTC) and inform the driver by commanding the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to turn the AIR BAG indicator ON. The
steering column and knee bolsters are designed to absorb energy and compress during frontal collisions in order to limit leg movement
and decrease the chance of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Airbag Information
has several inflator modules located throughout the vehicle, i.e. The inflatable restraint steering wheel module, inflatable restraint IP
module in passenger side of dash, and the inflatable restraint side impact module - LF and RT. Each inflator module has a deployment
loop that is controlled by the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM), which is mounted inside of the vehicle. The SDM
determines the severity of a collision with the assistance of various sensor inputs. When the SDM detects a collision of sufficient force, it
will process the information provided by the sensors to further support inflater module deployment. The SDM performs continuous
diagnostic monitoring of the SIR system electrical components. Upon detection of a circuit malfunction, the SDM will set a diagnostic
trouble code (DTC) and inform the driver by commanding the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to turn the AIR BAG indicator ON. The
steering column and knee bolsters are designed to absorb energy and compress during frontal collisions in order to limit leg movement
and decrease the chance of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Airbag Information
Airbag Light on My Oldsmobile
Problem with my 1988 olds delta 88
Engine size = v6 Work done to repair this problem = battery new alternator checked was fine
question = my car is dead when you turn the key you get nothing i bought a new battery but it did nothing i had the alternator checked it
was fine i cleaned the cables still nothing the lights horn radio work fine
Engine size = v6 Work done to repair this problem = battery new alternator checked was fine
question = my car is dead when you turn the key you get nothing i bought a new battery but it did nothing i had the alternator checked it
was fine i cleaned the cables still nothing the lights horn radio work fine
JK:
Well, there are several things that can cause this no crank condition.
First step is to check if you have power at the purple wires on the starter when trying to crank it over. If you do, then the starter is bad.If you do
not, then a possible park / neutral switch failure.
Well, there are several things that can cause this no crank condition.
First step is to check if you have power at the purple wires on the starter when trying to crank it over. If you do, then the starter is bad.If you do
not, then a possible park / neutral switch failure.
