Silverman Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 hi Guys Sorry if I've posted up in the wrong section, I'm new here and I couldn't find anything more specific. My car is an import. I recently bought the import 350z with the steering wheel and passenger airbags deployed after a light front end crash. I plan to use the car a a second car and some track day fun once fully repaired. I replaced both airbags and cleared the codes from a universal diagnostic machine my friend owns but the light didn't clear as I'd hoped. I've seen the trick for getting rid of flashing light but mine is solid. Firstly is there a crash sensor somewhere that I likely also need to replace? Would replacing the control module help? Or just a more Nissan specific diagnostic? I'm planning to buy a diagnostic machine for the car anyway for things like this and future diy mechanics etc, what would you recommend? I was looking at the icarsoft i930 as I've had this before for a different make and I found it really useful. Obviously I'm not expecting dealer quality diagnosis but I want something that gives some value for fault finding on a 350z thanks in advance :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverman Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 sorry I didn't mention my car is a 2003 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karlh Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Simply clearing the codes won't eliminate the warning light. While your car may be different, for USA cars the Service Manuals are available on-line. I recommend you download the srs.pdf section from https://nicoclub.com/archives/nissan-350z-factory-service-manuals.html. It will describe how to properly repair the system and clear the light. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverman Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 Thanks. My car is rhd uk Car imported from Japan. Is anyone else able to offer an opinion of where I should start to fix the airbag light problem based on their experience? If possible I would much prefer a practical explanation of the best way forward. On reading of the forum I can’t find anything similar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverman Posted April 23, 2019 Author Share Posted April 23, 2019 I had a look at the pdf suggested and I saw there’s a crash sensor in the front bumper behind the Z badge. This is a USA Nissan manual though. I did previously read on a google search some models don’t have this crash sensor. Can anybody confirm or offer some advice of where to start? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 It will more than likely be the control module which is positioned under the console to the rear of the handbrake. These can be replaced or sent away for repair. I have preowned modules in stock if required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverman Posted April 24, 2019 Author Share Posted April 24, 2019 That’s great. Thanks for the info. I guessed the module was storing a code. I’ve just removed it. Do you have one? Part number 28556cd400 is there a front crash sensor that also needs replacing? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 Yes, I have preowned modules in stock, however, I have no way of testing them I am afraid. There is no front crash sensor on UK 350Z models and I would assume that the JDM is the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silverman Posted April 24, 2019 Author Share Posted April 24, 2019 Ok. I think maybe it’s best to send mine off then as one of yours may need to be sent anyway. I need other parts though so I will pm you thanks for your advice ill update here once the module is cleared, hopefully that will get rid of the light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 Yeah, I think getting a reset would be the best plan, however, if it is beyond fixing then at least we have a plan B. PM received and replied to and all parts that you require are in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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