Air Bag Warning Lamp
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Air Bag Warning Lamp
I have a nagging problem with my 2004 S-Type. Periodically, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate on the instrument panel. This is most common in warm weather, and happens infrequently in cooler weather. It will begin flashing, then after a time will burn steadily. There is no clear pattern to when this crops up. The car may go weeks without any problems, then it will get into a "mood" and flash everytime I drive. As stated, more of a nucience than anything, but I'd like to correct the problem. It's been going on now for over a year.
If anyone has encountered this problem, or knows of a resolution, I'd be interested to hear.
Cheers,
JD
If anyone has encountered this problem, or knows of a resolution, I'd be interested to hear.
Cheers,
JD
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I have a 2004 and some of the time when my fiancée sits in the passenger side the airbag light will flicker on and off (the light on the dash above the glove box). When she moves around it will go off. She is not very big maybe 110 pounds so I wonder if it is something with the sensor. Is this like the problem you are having?
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I have a 2004 and some of the time when my fiancée sits in the passenger side the airbag light will flicker on and off (the light on the dash above the glove box). When she moves around it will go off. She is not very big maybe 110 pounds so I wonder if it is something with the sensor. Is this like the problem you are having?
JD
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Thanks!
JD
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Most likely the "spiral cassette" or cancellation module.
Covered here - http://www.jaguarforum.co.uk/viewtop...0&hilit=spiral
and a number of other times.
Note - the number of flashes are a code for those that do not open the link.
Hope that helps.
Covered here - http://www.jaguarforum.co.uk/viewtop...0&hilit=spiral
and a number of other times.
Note - the number of flashes are a code for those that do not open the link.
Hope that helps.
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Most likely the "spiral cassette" or cancellation module.
Covered here - http://www.jaguarforum.co.uk/viewtop...0&hilit=spiral
and a number of other times.
Note - the number of flashes are a code for those that do not open the link.
Hope that helps.
Covered here - http://www.jaguarforum.co.uk/viewtop...0&hilit=spiral
and a number of other times.
Note - the number of flashes are a code for those that do not open the link.
Hope that helps.
Now, is this something that is easily replaced, or strictly a dealer-only repair? I prefer to do all the work I can myself, and would rather invest in manuals and tools rather than pay the dealership service department. If it is a component that rests underneath the steering wheel, then I suppose it should be fairly easy to replace.
Are there any Jaguar service technicians out there who can give me some advice whether to "DIY", or schedule an appointment?
Thanks,
JD
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JD, next time something comes up and you need an OBDII reader, let me know. My autoengenuity scanner (for the PC/Windows) has the enhanced codes and can read subsystems like ABS, airbags, seat modules etc.
Looks like you know what you need. There are lots of guys who can get you parts...jagtechohio, jag_genious, and ken@britishparts. If you go to the dealer (autobahn), ask for Lee; he is a really good guy and he'll take care of you the best he can.
Looks like you know what you need. There are lots of guys who can get you parts...jagtechohio, jag_genious, and ken@britishparts. If you go to the dealer (autobahn), ask for Lee; he is a really good guy and he'll take care of you the best he can.
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JD, next time something comes up and you need an OBDII reader, let me know. My autoengenuity scanner (for the PC/Windows) has the enhanced codes and can read subsystems like ABS, airbags, seat modules etc.
Looks like you know what you need. There are lots of guys who can get you parts...jagtechohio, jag_genious, and ken@britishparts. If you go to the dealer (autobahn), ask for Lee; he is a really good guy and he'll take care of you the best he can.
Looks like you know what you need. There are lots of guys who can get you parts...jagtechohio, jag_genious, and ken@britishparts. If you go to the dealer (autobahn), ask for Lee; he is a really good guy and he'll take care of you the best he can.
Thanks,
JD
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No, I'm still putting up with it. I was going to order the part from Motorcars LTD in Houston. I called to order the part and inquire about the installation method. They promised to call me back with the installation information. But after making three follow-up phone calls (to the same person), and getting nothing but the run-around, I gave up on them.
I want to find out how to do the swap before buying the part. I was hoping one of the Jaguar mechanic guru's on here would step up with some information, but so far, no info. I would't be afraid to just tear into it, but I don't want to inadvertantly set off the airbag thru ignorance.
If someone can give me the procedure basics, I'll go to my Jag dealer and order the part. At this point, I don't care if Motorcars is 1/2 price, they're not getting any of my money due to poor customer service.
Good luck with yours.
JD
I want to find out how to do the swap before buying the part. I was hoping one of the Jaguar mechanic guru's on here would step up with some information, but so far, no info. I would't be afraid to just tear into it, but I don't want to inadvertantly set off the airbag thru ignorance.
If someone can give me the procedure basics, I'll go to my Jag dealer and order the part. At this point, I don't care if Motorcars is 1/2 price, they're not getting any of my money due to poor customer service.
Good luck with yours.
JD
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I have a 2004 and some of the time when my fiancée sits in the passenger side the airbag light will flicker on and off (the light on the dash above the glove box). When she moves around it will go off. She is not very big maybe 110 pounds so I wonder if it is something with the sensor. Is this like the problem you are having?
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I think you will find the part is called a "Clock Spring" in the US. It's under the steering wheel and is not that difficult to change. Another symptom can be other steering wheel functions will act strange or stop working. Any weird radio or cruise control things going on?? Does the horn work OK when the steering wheel is turned??
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I think it's covered in the handbook, that the seat is weighing the passenger. The airbag will only be armed if the person is above a set weight, as otherwise it would not be safe. Sounds quite normal. I'm guessing that someone on the boundary of being heavy enough would cause it to stuggle to make its mind up
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To add to JagV8's comment. The seat has sensors that not only look at weight, but also look for the distribution of that weight. My 7 year old @ 60lbs turns off the airbag (the warning lamp lights on the passenger side). Her mom @ 120lbs (Oh boy, she's gonna kick my *ss for posting that! ) only sets off the "airbag off" warning when she sits in the car with one leg tucked up underneath herself (don't ask me why girls sit like that..I don't know). In the manual as well it talks about having the weight properly dispersed. So, try different people in the seat and see if the lamp works properly.
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You know we're gonna get in trouble for being comedians.....
LOL, that's what I told her.... I thought it was a team effort, unexpected or not!
Yea, the baby is definitely mine... When it's after 5pm she's had enough and is a grumpy butt until you put her to bed! I've been tempted to pass her the remote, but hell, she's only 3 months old!
LOL, that's what I told her.... I thought it was a team effort, unexpected or not!
Yea, the baby is definitely mine... When it's after 5pm she's had enough and is a grumpy butt until you put her to bed! I've been tempted to pass her the remote, but hell, she's only 3 months old!