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Offline Xtrhardcore

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Fault code 01217
« on: 10 June 2012, 13:06 »
Ok so this is the air bag, as the light keeps coming on.:sad:
any ideas on how to get rid/sort the problem?
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Re: Fault code 01217
« Reply #1 on: 10 June 2012, 17:16 »
what does the fault code say? it usually points to the faulty componet.

Start by checking the connectors under the seats though
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Re: Fault code 01217
« Reply #2 on: 11 June 2012, 13:24 »
Side airbag igniter front drivers side. What's the exact fault it's giving you?

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Re: Fault code 01217
« Reply #3 on: 12 June 2012, 09:42 »
Side airbag igniter front drivers side. What's the exact fault it's giving you?

Well that code isnt in my handbook, i searched and other people say its the driver side airbag, thats all i know.
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Re: Fault code 01217
« Reply #4 on: 12 June 2012, 09:45 »


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Re: Fault code 01217
« Reply #5 on: 12 June 2012, 10:36 »
Why thank you very much  :grin:
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