Possible Causes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Possible Causes
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Poor connection at SAS control module harness connectors can be caused by improper connection of SAS control module harness connectors, malfunction of SAS control module harness connectors or SAS control module malfunction.

  1. Verify SAS control module harness connectors are properly connected

    Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Disconnect negative battery cable and wait at least one minute. Access SAS control module and inspect harness connectors. See SAS CONTROL MODULEΒ  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. If SAS control module harness connectors are properly connected, go to next step. If SAS control module harness connectors are not properly connected, reconnect connectors.
  2. Inspect SAS control module harness connectors

    Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEMΒ  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Disconnect SAS control module harness connectors and inspect poor connection detector bars. If poor connection detector bars are okay and performing present malfunction diagnosis, replace SAS control module. If poor connection detector bars are okay and performing past malfunction diagnosis, test is complete. If poor connection detector bars are not okay, replace air bag system wiring harness.
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