Deployment Authorization Procedure

2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHCSECTION Deployment Authorization Procedure
AIR BAG MODULE AND PRE-TENSIONER SEAT BELT DEPLOYMENT AUTHORIZATION PROCEDURES

1. After installing a new SAS control module, verify that the air bag system warning light flashes continuously approximately 6 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to ON position.
- If a diagnostic trouble code is indicated, perform the appropriate AIR BAG SYSTEM ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC. Testing and Inspection

2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position then back to ON position while the air bag system warning light is flashing continuously.
- If the procedures have been performed correctly, the air bag system warning light illuminates, then goes off after approximately 6 seconds.
- If it does not go off, perform the deployment authorization procedure again.
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