Connecting The Breakout Box

Special tools:

Fig 1: Breakout Box. Accessory Electronic Module

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION

Switch off the ignition. Wait 10 seconds
Expose the supplemental restraint system module (SRS)
Disconnect the two module connectors
Connect an adapter to both connectors (cable harness side). To carry out this procedure, use: see 9512903
Connect a breakout box to the adapter. To carry out this procedure, see 9511428 .

The breakout box is designed to facilitate reading off the input and output signals of the control module, when the control module is disconnected. The use of a breakout box reduces the risk of accidental short-circuited cables and damage to the connector pins.

Disconnecting breakout box

Disconnect the breakout box in back-up order.

CAUTION: The supplemental restraint system module (SRS) cannot be powered when the adapter is connected.

NOTE: It is important to connect the breakout box and check the ground terminals before taking readings. The removed fuses must be reinstalled before the supplemental restraint system module (SRS) can be checked and readings taken.

Other information

see SIGNAL SPECIFICATION
see CHECKING THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE/GROUND TERMINAL
To access the supplemental restraint system module (SRS) and the connectors: AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM