Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

OPDS Unit Initialization




OPDS Unit Initialization

'07 model

When a seat-back cover, seat-back cushion, and/or OPDS unit is replaced, initialize the OPDS unit by following the procedure.

OPDS Sensor Initialization

NOTE

- A new (uninitialized) OPDS unit installed with a faulty OPDS sensor can cause DTC 85-71 and DTC 85-78.
- Before initializing the OPDS unit, make sure the battery is fully charged.

1. Clear the DTC memory Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

2. Make sure the front passenger's seat is dry. Set the seat-back in a normal position, and make sure there is nothing on the seat.

3. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).

4. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A).






5. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

6. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit Testing and Inspection.

7. From the HDS Main Menu, select SRS, then INITIALIZATION. In the INITIALIZATION Menu, select OPDS Initialization. Follow the prompts until the OPDS sensor initialization has been completed.

8. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

9. Disconnect the HDS from the DLC.

NOTE:

- If the OPDS unit fails to initialize after several attempts, replace the seat-back cover/pad with equipped OPDS sensor Front Seat-back Cover Replacement and retry.
- If the OPDS unit continues to fail to initialize, replace the OPDS unit OPDS Unit Replacement.