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PODS Re-zero procedure

You should perform PODS Re-zero procedure after service or replacement about all part of the passenger seat.

  1. Ignition "OFF", connect scantool.
  2. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF", select Airbag system and "PODS Reset" mode.
    Fig 1: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (1 Of 11)
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    Fig 2: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (2 Of 11)
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  3. The scantool will show the two PODS RESET function steps.
    1. Erase PODS ECU diagnostic codes.
    2. PODS ECU initialization.
      Fig 3: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (3 Of 11)
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      CAUTION: This step must be done PODS re-zero, when the front passenger seat is empty.
  4. Press the OK button to erase the PODS related diagnostic codes.
    Fig 4: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (4 Of 11)
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  5. Press OK button to initialize the PODS.
    Fig 5: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (5 Of 11)
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    CAUTION: This step must be done PODS re-zero, when the front passenger seat is empty.
  6. The PODS initialization procedure will be performed.
    Fig 6: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (6 Of 11)
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  7. Check PODS situation with selecting "Pass. Airbag Realtime Info" after performing PODS Reset procedure.
    Fig 7: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (7 Of 11)
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  8. Perform inspection with pressing OK button.
    Fig 8: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (8 Of 11)
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  9. Finish the procedure with pressing cancel button if there is no problem after inspecting each status as below.
    Fig 9: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (9 Of 11)
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    Fig 10: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (10 Of 11)
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    Fig 11: Performing PODS Re-Zero Procedure Using Scantool (11 Of 11)
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