Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Standard Procedure - Orc Programming
This procedure requires the use of the DRBIII(R) scan tool.
After the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) has been replaced, the Airbag Warning Indicator Light in the Instrument Cluster flashes. This indicates that the ORC has not yet been programmed. Follow this procedure using the DRBIII(R) scan tool:
- The side airbag equipment is programmed to YES on the parts control modules.
- The seatbelt buckle equipment is programmed to YES.
- The passenger seat occupant simulator is programmed to YES.
- The front passenger airbag is programmed to YES.
- Turn the ignition to off and then on.
- Read out and erase any DTCs.
At this time the Airbag Warning Indicator Light will flash on and off to conclude the programming. When a front passenger airbag is retrofitted, the ORC only needs to be reprogrammed, not replaced. After finishing this procedure, any programming failure is due to a defective ORC.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.