Durametric and Air Bag light

[jdkoontz]

So the Air Bag light is on. I removed the driver seat.
Is Durametric tool the cheapest solution to reset the Air Bag light?
Looks like $287 for the basic cable and solfware?

[jdkoontz]

Also the windows won't go up or down now. Is that part of the Air Bag error?

[78F350]

Originally Posted by jdkoontz

Also the windows won't go up or down now. Is that part of the Air Bag error?

Window operation is not related to the SRS. Why was the seat removed? Are you certain that all of the connections under the seat are correct? The black module under the seat does effect window operation.

There are other tools that can reset the Air Bag light if the fault is no longer present and not permanent, I've used AUTEL and TOPDON diagnostic tools and there are many more out there. Check the manufacturers description. Also you may find a Durametric available for rent for less than buying a cheap tool - I see one on eBay now for $54.99 and I think there have been some here on the forum.

[jdkoontz]

The drivers side seat was removed to recover the seat and make replacing the clutch safety switch a little easier to replace.
The battery was disconnected prior to the seat removal, but I made the mistake of connecting the battery while the seat was out to test the clutch safety switch.
I'll take the seat back out and check the electrical connections.

[78F350]

The box under the seat controls the central locking system, immobilizer, and some window functions. They are prone to corrosion from accumulated moisture in the carpet padding. It may be the cause of the window problem, but if connectors are plugged and seated and the car starts and runs the window problem is more likely elsewhere.


Did the windows function normally before you removed the seat? Check fuse B6.
Even if there is nothing wrong, after having the battery disconnected, the windows need to be reset by lowering them all the way, then raising them all the way back up.



For a scan tool, I am currently using the one described in this thread: https://986forum.com/forums/boxster-general-discussions/86122-recommended-alternative-scan-tool-code-reader-durametric.html

[jdkoontz]

Hey 78F350, thanks for that info.
Windows did work prior to the seat removal.
This afternoon, I ;
1. disconnected the battery
2. unbolted the driver's seat and checked the connector. Seemed OK.
3. unbolted the passenger seat and checked the the connector. Seem OK.
4. I went ahead and unconnected both driver and passenger GND connected and cleaned them.
5. I unconnected the signal connectors and sprayed with MAF sensor cleaner.
6. Connected everything back up.

The windows would not operate with the doors closed, but would go up with the doors open, but only 3/4 up.
I tried to reset like what you mentioned. No help. I tried that with the doors open and with the doors closed. Each time cycling the ignition switch.
At one point, I had the windows 3/4 up thinking about my next move for a couple minutes and the window went down on their own??

[jdkoontz]

Thanks also for the fuse info. This afternoon I pull each fuse and checked them. Nice to have a chart.

[jdkoontz]

Does the TOPDON AD600S allow the reset of air bags?

[78F350]

Originally Posted by jdkoontz

Does the TOPDON AD600S allow the reset of air bags?

Yes, it does.

[78F350]

The window drop to 3/4 normally happens when the top is unlatched. There's a microswitch where the latch engages above the windshield.

The window spontaneously lowering all the way sounds like a problem with the central locking system. You may want to remove the box under the seat, open it and see if there is any sign of corrosion. Light corrosion can often be removed with electronics cleaner.
https://986forum.com/forums/performance-technical-chat/62650-need-immobiliser-advice.html

[spinjockey]

You may have a fault in your central locking system due to a damaged wire/connector or hooking things up with the seat out. Durametric or PIWIS is the only way you can read the codes and clear them.

[jdkoontz]

Tried a couple window reset procedures. None of them worked. Looks like I'll invest in more scan tools.

[spinjockey]

Originally Posted by jdkoontz

Tried a couple window reset procedures. None of them worked. Looks like I'll invest in more scan tools.

You can rent a diametric or PIWIS off eBay.

[jdkoontz]

Yep. I saw that in eBay.
I've had two issues pop up in two weeks, so my thought was that I may see more items that can only be fixed in a scan tool.
I can always sale the scan tool on eBay after I'm done and recoupe some $