Dodge@KY1997

Hey guys,
Air bag light is on, got it read, said front impact sensor, so what does this mean? Any tips on how to diagnose if the sensor has gone bad? Can I just jump it out or something? Oh, the mechanic that read the code for me said chances are its not the clockspring because the cruise control is working and there is no clicking noise when i turn the wheel. So it has to be the sensor I think, i just dont want to go throwing parts at it.


Travis

infidel

More than likely the sensor is fine, the problem is an unplugged, wet or dirty connector.
Problem is there are three sensors, you'll have to figure out which one to look at. One under each battery and one at the center of the dash at the floor.

Dodge@KY1997

Bill,
I found the two up front, but the one on the floor, is it underneath something? What do i have to take off to get to it?

infidel

Travis, I've never fooled with the one inside. Mine has a plastic cover over it that says SRS, it's almost on the floor, exact center. This is the main airbag computer and sensor.

Dodge@KY1997

Duhh.....Just wasnt expecting it to be in a labeled box haha..Thanks

Dodge@KY1997

Can I just disconnect the battery then unplug and plug back in all of the Air Bag sensors? I dont want to to do it then get a nice little suprise the next time i start it up haha.

Dodge@KY1997

Okay took it to the dealer and the code is "Front Sensor Short" I replaced both sensors, but the code still wont clear. Anyone else had a problem like this?

Travis

J BODY

Most of the time I find damaged wiring from leaky batteries that cause this issue. You most definately need a scan tool for diag on this one.

Dodge@KY1997

I figured it was a broke wire somewhere but I have no idea how I can go about figuring out which wire it is. I got the air bag computer scanned and all it said was front sensor short. have any ideas how I can locate the short?