The best car purchasing choice I ever made was buying a truck that is the same make, model, and year of truck as ChrisFix. My son let me know the airbag light was blinking, this video is the first hit on Google, turned out to be code 46, popped the connector out,wouldn't you know the pins had corrosion, a little WD-40 and a metal nail file cleaned them up, plug it back in, the light is off. Simple 2 minute fix. Thanks so much!!
Oh my goodness, I can't thank you enough for this! I did it! I fixed it! The code was 4-7, passenger side. Found the connector easily, pulled it out, WD40'd it (took a minute to also lube the hinges on the kitchen door to the garage), reconnected it and started the truck--and it's fixed! Thank you, thank you. My go-to auto repair shop had told me on the phone, "Ohhh, we don't fix those. You'll have to go to the dealer." No, no, no. All fixed now. Smiley face! (Demographic: I am a female, retired, over age 60.)
wd40 is not good as a regular "lubricant" - it is a 'water-displacement' and rust penetrating solvent. Use another petroleum distilate, silicone or other synthetic lube for lubricating purposes.
Chris who would have guessed 10 years ago when you made this video what a Fix It Empire that you were going to create and the thousands upon thousands of people that you would help. I know because i am one of them. Thanks for all that you do.
Chris, Thanks very much. Yesterday, I called Ford for an appointment for the air-bag fault that has been going on for a number of years. So I watched your video and then went out to the 2000 Ranger and read the code as 27, replace the light bulb. That's an easy fix and saved me the hassle of appointment, waiting, probably $200 and time wasted. This was awesome. Thanks again. Mark
Fantastic!! I have a 2002 Ford Ranger Edge and the airbag light started flashing about six months ago but quit after a few days. Yesterday it started flashing again and you would not believe some of the prices I was given as a guesstimate. I did what you said and the code was 47, which you also said was the passenger seat connector. I unplugged it and sprayed it and the light went off and stayed off. I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge with everyone. You have a dedicated follower from this point forward. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!
I have the same ranger and habe three dame code. I sprayed it but the light is still on. Did your connector have 2 pin or 4 pins. Mine only had 2 pins. But my driver side had 4 pins. Are my pins broken?
Hi mate I have a problem with one window back right hand side on ford ranger 2012 can't seem to find the relay location or what tips can you give me cheers.
Just fixed a code 47 thanks to your video and a whopping 5 mins or so of easy labor. Thank you! Saved me probably over a hundred bucks to get it fixed at a car shop. Great video. Bless you.
Thanks Chris. I had code 47 on my 2002 Ranger. Opened the connection under the passenger seat, sprayed in some contact cleaner and the airbag light cleared. You give some great tips and have helped me out several times. Great site.
Kevin Higgins thank you so much for this tip. I too have a 2001 ranger and 47 was the code that I was receiving. All I did was disconnect the passenger seat and blew the dust out of the connection with my mouth and it worked. Lol
I stopped today and confirmed that a flashing airbag light cannot be scanned through the OBD port at Advance Auto to determine the issue. Came home and found this video had a 47 code on my 2000 Ford Taurus-probably the same V6 engine as this Mazda truck. I tried using WD40 as recommended in the video and it worked like a charm! Thank you.
I'm amazed! I know nothing about cars/trucks. I have a 2001 Ford Ranger and the airbag light was flashing and I didn't have the manual. I watched the video and followed the procedure with the WD-40. And instantly the airbag light stopped flashing. I'm so proud of myself for fixing it without asking someone else for help. Thanks, Lee T.
+Jocelyn Marquina, I cannot reply to your comment for some reason so I hope you see this. Your airbag light blew out so it beeps to let you know. So change the dash light and you will fix the problem.
Hi I'm getting code 19 on my 2000 Mazda b3000. My airbags deployed after a minor bumper to bumper. I have not done anything to them except just tear the airbags out. Without going to the dealer or mechanic how do I reset the airbag light ? What is code 19?
Because your airbags deployed the computer in the car called the Restrain Control Module memory is full. You need to get a new one. It is located right above the cup holders and under the radio where the passenger airbag switch is located. Always buy new when messing with the airbag system and dont go to a junkyard.
Hey Chris. Thank you much! !!! I has been trying to fix this for 2 years. I took it to 2 car parts stores and they were unable to read code so without your help I would have stayed stuck! You made it very easy.
Thank you so much for this. I brought my escape to ford. They said it was the brain of the system that needed to be replaced for $1300!!! Well I didn't have that so we let it slide until registration time... After finding your video I found it was the passenger not the driver so I went out to inspect and low and behold a ton of stuff under the seat. I just had to remove the crap under it and the light went out! You saved me $1300!!!
I have the same issue with 46. Do I just turn off the car and then take the cord out and spray it and put it back and then start it again? Or do I need to do something else?
@@jamesr5852 first turn off the car, disconnect the negative battery terminal, unplug the cord and spray the inside lightly couple of times, and plug it back and connect the battery and start the car.
+Tran Ly for some reason I cannot reply to your question so I hope you see this. The connector might be corroded or coming loose for the side curtan airbags (just like the connector under my seats).The connector is behind the C pillar interior trim (rearmost roof pillar, next to rear window) on a 4 door car. The connector should be behind the side bolster of the rear seat on a 2 door car. 2 wire connector, and SRS wiring has yellow everywhere.Be careful when working with the airbag system and make sure you remove the negative terminal of the battery and wait at least 10min. My guess is that if you unplug and reconnect the wire harness connector you can fix the problem.
***** You will need to get the computer scanned because there is no code that I know of. Check the connectors under the seats because it is a common problem.
Bought a ford ecoline 1998 E350 - light came up - watched this video - code 46 read, went under drivers seat, unplugged the connector, sprayed wd 40 - plugged it back turned the engine on, lights is now OFF - Made my day !!!!!
Watching this video on October 3rd 2023 and Chris mentioned Radio Shack and this video was made 9 yrs prior and Radio Shack is non existent now. Let me go hug my grandma ❤
Thanks Chris for the diagnostics for Ford/Mazda Airbag lights. I'll be the domestic hero when I fix it on my wife's 2004 Ford Escape later today. You speak clearly and succinctly in your videos. Keep them coming.
great video! had a code 4-6 in a 2002 ford escape. pulled the connector apart sprayed wd-40 on the connections. clipped back together. NO MORE AIR BAG LIGHT! just like ya said! worked perfect. thank you very much!
Thanks Chris. Code 27 fixed -ford ranger 2002. Ford asked $240 for the airbag switch box. I bought a bulb for $3.50 and went to a mobile repair shop to change the bulb which cost me $10. All fixed around $13.50. Thanks
Great video. It’s always good to avoid overpaying for something that is a simple fix. Hard to believe what dealers charge for cabin filter changes, as an example
WOW AMAZING!!!!! I have a 2005 Vauxhall Corsa, thought I’d try this and I was not disappointed, didn’t have WD40 so just a few Classico blows on the connections and bam 💥 fixed, thanks for the help man much appreciated saved me £200 much love my guy ❤️❤️❤️❤️
My parents had the same problem on a different vehicle. The deal wanted to charge over $400 prepay to replace the seat belt pre tensioner with no guarantees. We was gonna trade in the vehicle for a new one, but I used your method to fix it. Do I thank you for saving us money for not buy a new car? Or do I blame you because the car is fixed and we can’t enjoy driving a new car? Thank you so very much ❤
OMG thank you Chris fix I just fixed my 2015 Dodge Journey Crossroad with the same method except I didn't have WD-40 I just used a little bit of natural hair oil 😂
Hey Chris, Thanks for another great video. I had this exact problem and your video was the cure. It was such an easy fix I could not believe it. You saved me $$$ and more importantly time (losing my car for a day at the repair shop). Besides, I'm sure the repair shop would have done exactly the same thing, or actually worse; replaced the whole wiring harness or the belt pre-tensioner sensor and charged me $250 in parts (+labor). I'm sure there are many easy fixes like this that most people can do themselves at home (with a can of WD40). Thank you again Richard
I have a 2000 ford taurus. And my airbag light has been on for over a year. And this helped me 100%!! Thank you bro so much. It's been giving me a headache and no one could tell me why. And this took a weight off my shoulders!
Hi Chrisfix, I have a 2011 chevy suburban and the air bag light came on like 6 months ago. It flashed in the beginning but I didn't know it's telling me the code. Now it just stays all the time. I went to the mechanic and he couldn't find any code. It says No Connection when he connects the computer to the car. What do you think the problem is and the car has never been in any accident? Thanks!
You are an absolute legend buddy. Code number 46 was my problem but all fixed now because I gave the connection a little spray with wd 40 . Auto electrician wanted to charge me $1200 to fix the problem. Thanks heaps Jason from Australia 🇦🇺
Watched your video after I put $600+ into my 2000 explorer and failed inspection for airbag light. Went under seat unplugged and replugged the wiring and it did the trick! My code was 36. You are a fucking life saver. THANK YOU! The mechanic wanted $90 just to diagnose the issue..
Well Chris we tried out exactly what the video showed us - my husband sprayed the WD 40 into the connection and he also checked the connections and the wiring harness all look to be correct, however the service air bag light is still activated on our dashboard. any suggestions? Thanks Dolores & Dave 2004 Chevy Avalanche
Perfect! I had the same code and figured it was a high dollar airbag needing replaced. One shot of WD40 and that damn light went away! I have a 2002 Ford Ranger and you've been curing a lot of headaches for me. I appreciate ya.
Hey Jeff. I'm trying to fix a no airbag light and have looked under both seats and find no connector. I have a 2000 Ford ranger XLT 3.0 engine. Can you help? I haven't looked under carpet.
@@brucehampton1545 There should be some wires running up to the seat to signal the seat belts n' such. Follow them down til you find a plug. Should be one on both sides. There should be a plug because the seats might have to be removed for whatever reason. Mine was right under the drivers seat. Can't say where it is on a 2000 but it can't be too far off. One squirt of WD40 and that light went right off. I was amazed! I had been putting up with that airbag light for years! I still can't figure out what that plug has to do with the airbag. It seems an airbag light would mean the airbag is broken. Not complaining though.
Dude.... your other video helped me take my dash apart and instal LEDs for the gauges. Now, you're helping me with airbag lights? My 02 Ford Ranger. Thanks, a LOT. Chris Fix.
mazda 6 2008 code 22 i checked cables under drivers seat and error is gone, thanks for help!! Chris i always follow your videos. I repainted my spare wheel after watching your tutorial. Next month i am repainting my alloys. You are doing great job!! t
Excellent. Thank you my friend. I have a 2003 Explorer and the plug was white and located under the driver's seat and closer to the center console than the door. I also un-clipped the yellow plug, sprayed it with WD40 also, and snapped it back on. Warning light immediately went off after starting the car. Saved a trip to the $hop.
Hello sir. I have a 2000 Ford ranger with no airbag lights now. I haven't been able to locate any plug in under either seat. Can you give me any tips on finding it? I think I may have to pull the seat out.
@@chrisfix this video didn’t necessarily fix it, tried the turn on an off a few times method and it fixed it saved me a butt load of money… btw your like, the best car fixing channel ever! Keep up the amazing work!
This helped me with my 2011 Dodge Caravan. Reseated my passenger side connector and this airbag went away. Didn't need any chemicals or anything, just disconnected and reconnected. Thanks for this video.
I'm into metal detecting, & I often get detectors that are no longer working, because of bad battery corrosion. I spray WD40 on them, use an old toothbrush after it's sat for a few minutes and 9 times out of 10, it solves the connection problem. So you can LOL about WD40 on electrical components all you want!! BUT IT WORKS!!
Hi Chris. Thank you!!, superhelpful I have a crown vic and my airbag light came on TODAY, I was sayin, "Oh here we go,... another expensive repair....." But now I'm not freakin out as much after watching this!!!
Thanks Chris! As soon as you mentioned something under the seat I knew you fixed my issue. I had just put my battery charger under my seat the day before I started getting these issues.
all if this doesn't work.... look under the seat belt buckle on driver's side. There is a black plug or connector that connects straight into the pretentioner. I tried what this video suggested and no luck. Then took wd40 and sprayed the connecter under seat belt buckle. Worked like a charm!
thanks a heap, my 1999 explorer has had this air bag light flashing for a few years, I followed your instruction and sure enough it went off! I sprayed both front seat connections and it went off and stayed off...Thanks a lot !
"Thank-you" very much for posting these instructions. This problem has plagued me (it would come and go) for a long time. I have a 2002 Ford Ranger that no longer will annoy me when I'm going down the road.
Hey Chris awesome video I have a 1999 Ford E150 my airbag light was flashing code 46 and thanks to your video I sprayed contact spray on the driver's side connection and my light is now off keep up the great videos
Excellent video...I quickly traced my problem (code 47) and sorted it out. The ACC switch on-off x10 trick also seems to be effective. 2002 Mazda B2300. Many thanks !
Excellent production and information, and I'll try it on my 2002 Ranger when it stops raining. I might suggest a little change in the order of the video. I would mention disconnecting the battery right after you've determined the blinking code and turned off the engine. (There may be some impulsive people like me who are ready to dive into the "46" repair as soon you moved on to speaking about other codes.) Good point also about leaving the battery disconnected for 10 minutes before working on that connector. Thanks. I'll let you know what happens.
Awesome, thanks. This fixed my problem for drivers side. However the fix was immediate as others seemed t have indicated, my light was still blinking after cleanup, but when I checked an hour later, the airbag light was no longer flashing! Also for information, this has been a longer journey for me. This started when I was getting am audible chime in pattern of 5 chimes, once per second, then 5 seconds of silence, and that pattern repeated 5 times. Pretty annoying yeah?! It turns out that chime was an indicator that my airbag light was burned out. After I replaced the airbag light bulb, it then started flashing the 4-6 code. Finally all fixed!
Awesome trick man. Got a Miata with a clogged roof drain (convertible people know about this) and the airbag light just came on. One problem created another and now I know how to fix them both. Thanks.
Thank you Chris! My dad has a 97 or a 98 Ford Ranger and it had a 27 code and we bought a cheap 272-334 bulb instead of a RadioShack bulb since RadioShack is out business. 😎🤙🔥
CHRIS, THANK U, I REALLY ENJOY YOUR VIDEO'S YOUR MILEAGE GAUGE DOESNT LINE UP, THE REASON WHY IS SOMEONE ALTERED THE MILEAGE, , I USE TO WORK FOR A DEALERSHIP, AND THEY STILL ALL DO THIS TODAY IF THEY CAN, DEPENDS ON TITTLE SHOWING, OR EXEMPT, THANK U SIR
Hey Chris what is that connector called? The cable wire is cut. I would like to buy the new connector going to the floor not the connector going to the seat. Thanks
Love the videos and tips and tricks One thing I did notice in that video is the prindle needle needs alignment not quite on the park anyway good videos very helpful
Is there a risk of the airbag deploying while driving when that light flashes? I doubt it but just thought I'd ask as this been an anxiety for me while driving my truck..
The best car purchasing choice I ever made was buying a truck that is the same make, model, and year of truck as ChrisFix. My son let me know the airbag light was blinking, this video is the first hit on Google, turned out to be code 46, popped the connector out,wouldn't you know the pins had corrosion, a little WD-40 and a metal nail file cleaned them up, plug it back in, the light is off. Simple 2 minute fix. Thanks so much!!
Oh my goodness, I can't thank you enough for this! I did it! I fixed it! The code was 4-7, passenger side. Found the connector easily, pulled it out, WD40'd it (took a minute to also lube the hinges on the kitchen door to the garage), reconnected it and started the truck--and it's fixed! Thank you, thank you. My go-to auto repair shop had told me on the phone, "Ohhh, we don't fix those. You'll have to go to the dealer." No, no, no. All fixed now. Smiley face! (Demographic: I am a female, retired, over age 60.)
Awesome!!! I am glad the video was helpful and nice work Kay!
wd40 is not good as a regular "lubricant" - it is a 'water-displacement' and rust penetrating solvent. Use another petroleum distilate, silicone or other synthetic lube for lubricating purposes.
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@@dabcorn can i use pb i like that since wd40 isn't a good choice
@@jeremypinder4436 : I don't know what "pb" is? Pitch-blend? Peanut butter? Lead? "PB Crisps"? sorry... :)
Chris who would have guessed 10 years ago when you made this video what a Fix It Empire that you were going to create and the thousands upon thousands of people that you would help. I know because i am one of them. Thanks for all that you do.
Chris,
Thanks very much. Yesterday, I called Ford for an appointment for the air-bag fault that has been going on for a number of years. So I watched your video and then went out to the 2000 Ranger and read the code as 27, replace the light bulb. That's an easy fix and saved me the hassle of appointment, waiting, probably $200 and time wasted. This was awesome. Thanks again.
Mark
Swapped WRX seats on my Subaru Impreza and had airbag lights. Read 15+ forums and no one had a clear solution. Did this and it works. Thanks so much!
Awesome!!! Make sure you update your forum post with the solution so others can also fix their car!
Fantastic!! I have a 2002 Ford Ranger Edge and the airbag light started flashing about six months ago but quit after a few days. Yesterday it started flashing again and you would not believe some of the prices I was given as a guesstimate. I did what you said and the code was 47, which you also said was the passenger seat connector. I unplugged it and sprayed it and the light went off and stayed off. I can't thank you enough for sharing your knowledge with everyone. You have a dedicated follower from this point forward. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!
I have the same ranger and habe three dame code. I sprayed it but the light is still on. Did your connector have 2 pin or 4 pins. Mine only had 2 pins. But my driver side had 4 pins. Are my pins broken?
Thank you sir. Had a 46...
Hi mate I have a problem with one window back right hand side on ford ranger 2012 can't seem to find the relay location or what tips can you give me cheers.
Brion Phy then you tell everyone what to do if you smart
Just fixed a code 47 thanks to your video and a whopping 5 mins or so of easy labor. Thank you! Saved me probably over a hundred bucks to get it fixed at a car shop. Great video. Bless you.
Thanks Chris. I had code 47 on my 2002 Ranger. Opened the connection under the passenger seat, sprayed in some contact cleaner and the airbag light cleared. You give some great tips and have helped me out several times. Great site.
Kevin Higgins : same problem with my '02 Ranger. Glad to hear this helped, Ill attempt to fix in morning.
Kevin Higgins thank you so much for this tip. I too have a 2001 ranger and 47 was the code that I was receiving. All I did was disconnect the passenger seat and blew the dust out of the connection with my mouth and it worked. Lol
Did you take your battery off?
I stopped today and confirmed that a flashing airbag light cannot be scanned through the OBD port at Advance Auto to determine the issue. Came home and found this video had a 47 code on my 2000 Ford Taurus-probably the same V6 engine as this Mazda truck. I tried using WD40 as recommended in the video and it worked like a charm! Thank you.
I'm amazed! I know nothing about cars/trucks. I have a 2001 Ford Ranger and the airbag light was flashing and I didn't have the manual. I watched the video and followed the procedure with the WD-40. And instantly the airbag light stopped flashing. I'm so proud of myself for fixing it without asking someone else for help. Thanks, Lee T.
Awesome!
After years of living with the pesky flashing airbag light, i tried your recommended fix...it worked! Thanks Chris!
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+Jocelyn Marquina, I cannot reply to your comment for some reason so I hope you see this. Your airbag light blew out so it beeps to let you know. So change the dash light and you will fix the problem.
Hi I'm getting code 19 on my 2000 Mazda b3000. My airbags deployed after a minor bumper to bumper. I have not done anything to them except just tear the airbags out. Without going to the dealer or mechanic how do I reset the airbag light ? What is code 19?
Because your airbags deployed the computer in the car called the Restrain Control Module memory is full. You need to get a new one. It is located right above the cup holders and under the radio where the passenger airbag switch is located. Always buy new when messing with the airbag system and dont go to a junkyard.
thanks all fix
ChrisFix what
ChrisFix My airbag is fine on my ford Fusion
Hey Chris. Thank you much! !!! I has been trying to fix this for 2 years. I took it to 2 car parts stores and they were unable to read code so without your help I would have stayed stuck! You made it very easy.
Thank you so much for this. I brought my escape to ford. They said it was the brain of the system that needed to be replaced for $1300!!! Well I didn't have that so we let it slide until registration time... After finding your video I found it was the passenger not the driver so I went out to inspect and low and behold a ton of stuff under the seat. I just had to remove the crap under it and the light went out! You saved me $1300!!!
+Krystie W No problem! Glad the video was helpful!
Your literally the only car mechanic channel I watch when my cars having problems! Had a 46 problem and your tactic worked! Keep up the good work!
I have the same issue with 46. Do I just turn off the car and then take the cord out and spray it and put it back and then start it again? Or do I need to do something else?
@@jamesr5852 first turn off the car, disconnect the negative battery terminal, unplug the cord and spray the inside lightly couple of times, and plug it back and connect the battery and start the car.
+Tran Ly for some reason I cannot reply to your question so I hope you see this. The connector might be corroded or coming loose for the side curtan airbags (just like the connector under my seats).The connector is behind the C pillar interior trim (rearmost roof pillar, next to rear window) on a 4 door car. The connector should be behind the side bolster of the rear seat on a 2 door car.
2 wire connector, and SRS wiring has yellow everywhere.Be careful when working with the airbag system and make sure you remove the negative terminal of the battery and wait at least 10min.
My guess is that if you unplug and reconnect the wire harness connector you can fix the problem.
Got it. So removing the negative terminal of the battery is before or after I've unplugged the connector?
before you do anything, remove the negative terminal and let it sit for 10min then you should be safe.
***** There is no resetting an airbag light. You need to fix the problem. Try what I did in this video for both the drivers and passengers side seats.
***** You will need to get the computer scanned because there is no code that I know of. Check the connectors under the seats because it is a common problem.
Ok cheers
Thank you!! It's been driving me crazy for 9 months. One minute fix!!!
Thanks man, my Mom's car got this and I tried the code thingy. You are Fu*****ng awesome!!!
Bought a ford ecoline 1998 E350 - light came up - watched this video - code 46 read, went under drivers seat, unplugged the connector, sprayed wd 40 - plugged it back turned the engine on, lights is now OFF - Made my day !!!!!
Dude that was an Awsome fix ,that light had been flashing on my 97 ford f-150 V8 .......not anymore ,thanks for sharing 😉👍
Watching this video on October 3rd 2023 and Chris mentioned Radio Shack and this video was made 9 yrs prior and Radio Shack is non existent now.
Let me go hug my grandma ❤
Thanks Chris for the diagnostics for Ford/Mazda Airbag lights. I'll be the domestic hero when I fix it on my wife's 2004 Ford Escape later today. You speak clearly and succinctly in your videos. Keep them coming.
+Matt Politzer thanks and good luck!!
great video! had a code 4-6 in a 2002 ford escape. pulled the connector apart sprayed wd-40 on the connections. clipped back together. NO MORE AIR BAG LIGHT! just like ya said! worked perfect. thank you very much!
Awesome! I'm glad it worked well for you!
Thanks Chris. Code 27 fixed -ford ranger 2002. Ford asked $240 for the airbag switch box. I bought a bulb for $3.50 and went to a mobile repair shop to change the bulb which cost me $10. All fixed around $13.50. Thanks
You're a life saver I swear I have a 2001 ford ranger myself and everytime something goes wrong I Google it and you're the one to save me lol
Thank you! Had code 47 on 2001 Escape. Reseated plugs and code is cleared. You da man!
Chris: talks about Radio Shack
everybody: He exists now only in my memory
Radio Shack will be missed...😭😢😭😢
@@indiam19 : Good memories, I worked there for 5 years !
@@Gmoney1019 Noice
I didn't even catch that. 😢
Great video. It’s always good to avoid overpaying for something that is a simple fix. Hard to believe what dealers charge for cabin filter changes, as an example
No joke a shop wanted 400 dollars to fix mine 😮 those gat dam Clowns
WOW AMAZING!!!!! I have a 2005 Vauxhall Corsa, thought I’d try this and I was not disappointed, didn’t have WD40 so just a few Classico blows on the connections and bam 💥 fixed, thanks for the help man much appreciated saved me £200 much love my guy ❤️❤️❤️❤️
My parents had the same problem on a different vehicle.
The deal wanted to charge over $400 prepay to replace the seat belt pre tensioner with no guarantees.
We was gonna trade in the vehicle for a new one, but I used your method to fix it.
Do I thank you for saving us money for not buy a new car?
Or do I blame you because the car is fixed and we can’t enjoy driving a new car?
Thank you so very much ❤
OMG thank you Chris fix I just fixed my 2015 Dodge Journey Crossroad with the same method except I didn't have WD-40 I just used a little bit of natural hair oil 😂
Hey Chris,
Thanks for another great video. I had this exact problem and your video was the cure.
It was such an easy fix I could not believe it. You saved me $$$ and more importantly time (losing my car for a day at the repair shop). Besides, I'm sure the repair shop would have done exactly the same thing, or actually worse; replaced the whole wiring harness or the belt pre-tensioner sensor and charged me $250 in parts (+labor).
I'm sure there are many easy fixes like this that most people can do themselves at home (with a can of WD40).
Thank you again
Richard
Richard Pallo No problem Richard! That is the goal with my channel so I am glad you saved money and learned something new!
Working on Renault Twingo, Thank you Chris :)
It worked 👍 My Ranger got the 46 code. Your steps were clear and easy to follow. Thanks!
I have a 2000 ford taurus. And my airbag light has been on for over a year. And this helped me 100%!! Thank you bro so much. It's been giving me a headache and no one could tell me why. And this took a weight off my shoulders!
Beautiful. That was fabulous. I learnt so much. Thanks so much.
Finally I got something from you Chris
Hi Chrisfix,
I have a 2011 chevy suburban and the air bag light came on like 6 months ago. It flashed in the beginning but I didn't know it's telling me the code. Now it just stays all the time. I went to the mechanic and he couldn't find any code. It says No Connection when he connects the computer to the car. What do you think the problem is and the car has never been in any accident? Thanks!
jeet singh Was this ever fixed?
wondering the same thing, I have had both airbags disconnected and my mechanic says the same thing
You are an absolute legend buddy. Code number 46 was my problem but all fixed now because I gave the connection a little spray with wd 40 . Auto electrician wanted to charge me $1200 to fix the problem. Thanks heaps
Jason from Australia 🇦🇺
Watched your video after I put $600+ into my 2000 explorer and failed inspection for airbag light. Went under seat unplugged and replugged the wiring and it did the trick! My code was 36. You are a fucking life saver. THANK YOU! The mechanic wanted $90 just to diagnose the issue..
Thanks Chris !!!!! YOUR THE BEST !!!!! I TRIED IT AND IT WORKED !!!!!
Well Chris we tried out exactly what the video showed us - my husband sprayed the WD 40 into the connection and he also checked the connections and the wiring harness all look to be correct, however the service air bag light is still activated on our dashboard. any suggestions? Thanks Dolores & Dave 2004 Chevy Avalanche
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Solved my problem instantly! Saved me worrying and possibly a trip to the mechanic. Thanks!
Perfect! I had the same code and figured it was a high dollar airbag needing replaced. One shot of WD40 and that damn light went away! I have a 2002 Ford Ranger and you've been curing a lot of headaches for me. I appreciate ya.
Hey Jeff. I'm trying to fix a no airbag light and have looked under both seats and find no connector. I have a 2000 Ford ranger XLT 3.0 engine. Can you help? I haven't looked under carpet.
@@brucehampton1545 There should be some wires running up to the seat to signal the seat belts n' such. Follow them down til you find a plug. Should be one on both sides. There should be a plug because the seats might have to be removed for whatever reason. Mine was right under the drivers seat. Can't say where it is on a 2000 but it can't be too far off.
One squirt of WD40 and that light went right off. I was amazed! I had been putting up with that airbag light for years! I still can't figure out what that plug has to do with the airbag. It seems an airbag light would mean the airbag is broken. Not complaining though.
Dude.... your other video helped me take my dash apart and instal LEDs for the gauges. Now, you're helping me with airbag lights? My 02 Ford Ranger. Thanks, a LOT. Chris Fix.
+Cooper Teffeteller awesome! Glad the videos are helpful!
Thank you Chris, I just did this on my Mazda 6 & it worked like magic.
Awesome! Glad the video was helpful!
this was exactly my problem and your solution fixed it. thanks much.
good job
+260bill260 Awesome! Glad to hear it!
Hello Chris. I have airbag code 18 on Nissan xtrail t30. Do you know? what's problem..? you think, Is it fix difficult..?
It's an seat belt pretensioner. But I have no clue what that is.
I have the same code 18 ford ranger 2003 any one know what to do please 🙏
mazda 6 2008 code 22
i checked cables under drivers seat and error is gone, thanks for help!!
Chris i always follow your videos.
I repainted my spare wheel after watching your tutorial. Next month i am repainting my alloys.
You are doing great job!!
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Excellent. Thank you my friend. I have a 2003 Explorer and the plug was white and located under the driver's seat and closer to the center console than the door. I also un-clipped the yellow plug, sprayed it with WD40 also, and snapped it back on. Warning light immediately went off after starting the car. Saved a trip to the $hop.
Hello sir. I have a 2000 Ford ranger with no airbag lights now. I haven't been able to locate any plug in under either seat. Can you give me any tips on finding it? I think I may have to pull the seat out.
Wow this was super helpful thank you....instant subscribe :)
Good and informative video as always. Thx.
June 2024, watching 🥹🙂
This video has saved me a lot of money.
Thank you much.
Thanks Chris ! Always straight forward and helpful !
holy hell since when did chris have 1.4 mill subd
+Edward Myers blew up! Thanks for the support
@@chrisfix and a year later you're at 4.1 mil. Congrats man well deserved.
christ thank you yout help iam.new machanic pleas bring more youtub thank you
Ok 2 years ago , how is your progress?
How you learn all that you awesome
Just dropped my car off and was quoted 180$ Cad just to get my light diagnosed... Cancelled that and now learning how to fix it! Thanks! Very informal
Dang thats a lot just for diagnostics
@@chrisfix this video didn’t necessarily fix it, tried the turn on an off a few times method and it fixed it saved me a butt load of money… btw your like, the best car fixing channel ever! Keep up the amazing work!
This helped me with my 2011 Dodge Caravan. Reseated my passenger side connector and this airbag went away. Didn't need any chemicals or anything, just disconnected and reconnected. Thanks for this video.
Sometimes that's all they need haha
WD40 on electrical connectors hahahahaha only on TH-cam 😂😂😂
It works....
can i use pb instead of wd40
Would MAF cleaner be better?
I'm into metal detecting, & I often get detectors that are no longer working, because of bad battery corrosion. I spray WD40 on them, use an old toothbrush after it's sat for a few minutes and 9 times out of 10, it solves the connection problem. So you can LOL about WD40 on electrical components all you want!! BUT IT WORKS!!
Hes got 2.4 mil subs now
code 42
might be the crash sensor in front of your car!
0:01 face reveal!
Hi Chris. Thank you!!, superhelpful
I have a crown vic and my airbag light came on TODAY, I was sayin, "Oh here we go,... another expensive repair....."
But now I'm not freakin out as much after watching this!!!
Thanks Chris!
As soon as you mentioned something under the seat I knew you fixed my issue.
I had just put my battery charger under my seat the day before I started getting these issues.
00:02 face reveal !!!
Any one notice at the dash where the gears are (P R N D2 1) it says porn 😂
I thought exactly that haha
Park Reverse Neutral Drive (Drive2 Drive 1) 2 And 1 are for driving through the mountains and rough terrain
I thought that was a gear indicator, not hobby indicator.
Not funny.
all if this doesn't work.... look under the seat belt buckle on driver's side. There is a black plug or connector that connects straight into the pretentioner. I tried what this video suggested and no luck. Then took wd40 and sprayed the connecter under seat belt buckle. Worked like a charm!
I can't find any connection plugs under my seats. Should I pull the seat?
thanks a heap, my 1999 explorer has had this air bag light flashing for a few years, I followed your instruction and sure enough it went off! I sprayed both front seat connections and it went off and stayed off...Thanks a lot !
+RC Kirby AWESOME! Glad the video was helpful!
Awesome! Thank you! I had code 47 on a 2003 Ford ranger . Unplugged it and plugged it back in and no more light!!
Legend! Had the light on for 8 years.... just fixed it with this method.
Cool. Here an airbag light is an automatic fail on annual inspection. So, $$$$$$ or crusher!
Worked on Impreza! Didn’t even use WD 40 just reclicked it now airbag comes on with passenger thanks so much!
"Thank-you" very much for posting these instructions. This problem has plagued me (it would come and go) for a long time. I have a 2002 Ford Ranger that no longer will annoy me when I'm going down the road.
+John Burgess No problem!
@@chrisfix is this the same for the 1996 bronco?
I can't even find my connection plugs under the seats. I guess I should pull the seats out.
Hey Chris awesome video I have a 1999 Ford E150 my airbag light was flashing code 46 and thanks to your video I sprayed contact spray on the driver's side connection and my light is now off keep up the great videos
Bro had this issue for a long time on my Nissan b15 it worked mate u saved me money and time thanks really appreciate what u are doing.
Excellent video...I quickly traced my problem (code 47) and sorted it out. The ACC switch on-off x10 trick also seems to be effective. 2002 Mazda B2300. Many thanks !
Excellent production and information, and I'll try it on my 2002 Ranger when it stops raining. I might suggest a little change in the order of the video. I would mention disconnecting the battery right after you've determined the blinking code and turned off the engine. (There may be some impulsive people like me who are ready to dive into the "46" repair as soon you moved on to speaking about other codes.) Good point also about leaving the battery disconnected for 10 minutes before working on that connector. Thanks. I'll let you know what happens.
A Big THANK YOU. My airbag light came on yesterday on my 02 Ford Ranger. I did this and it fixed it.
Thanks Chris! Just had my vehicle detailed and now got a 33 flash code. Now I think I can fix myself, without spending money to get repaired.
Did you fix it ??
@@TheAck201 No. But I did decipher the code to the passenger side (33). The fix did not resolve my issue though.
@@brianbahnsen7427 good luck to you
Awesome, thanks. This fixed my problem for drivers side. However the fix was immediate as others seemed t have indicated, my light was still blinking after cleanup, but when I checked an hour later, the airbag light was no longer flashing!
Also for information, this has been a longer journey for me. This started when I was getting am audible chime in pattern of 5 chimes, once per second, then 5 seconds of silence, and that pattern repeated 5 times. Pretty annoying yeah?! It turns out that chime was an indicator that my airbag light was burned out. After I replaced the airbag light bulb, it then started flashing the 4-6 code. Finally all fixed!
I was very skeptical, but this worked on my Tribute. Gotta love free fixes. Thanks very much.
Awesome trick man. Got a Miata with a clogged roof drain (convertible people know about this) and the airbag light just came on. One problem created another and now I know how to fix them both. Thanks.
Awesome! Glad the video was helpful!
Mine just started to do this and flashed 4 and then 6 times exactly like yours did. First place I'll check it out! Thanks for the INFO !
Thank you sir! You just saved me an hour of my time going to Pep Boys and possibly a lot of money. Got code 47 in my 2004 Tribute. This video worked!
Why did going to pep boys save you money?
@@brucehampton1545 Gosh! This was forever ago. I think I just sprayed some WD40 on it and it was good to go. Didn't have to buy any parts.
Thanks dude! That has to be the answer we were cleaning behind the seats and moving them back and forward pretty strongly!
Thank you ChrisFix. Worked like a charm. All of 5 minutes.
Mate you just saved me lots of time and money, worked straight away.
Thank you Chris! My dad has a 97 or a 98 Ford Ranger and it had a 27 code and we bought a cheap 272-334 bulb instead of a RadioShack bulb since RadioShack is out business. 😎🤙🔥
Had this happen on two different cars of mine, both times it was the seat wire, as you show. Brilliant video very well done. Thank.
still relevant 2 years later, thanks for the fix
Glad the video was helpful!
CHRIS, THANK U, I REALLY ENJOY YOUR VIDEO'S YOUR MILEAGE GAUGE DOESNT LINE UP, THE REASON WHY IS SOMEONE ALTERED THE MILEAGE, , I USE TO WORK FOR A DEALERSHIP, AND THEY STILL ALL DO THIS TODAY IF THEY CAN, DEPENDS ON TITTLE SHOWING, OR EXEMPT, THANK U SIR
Fixed my light thanks to you! Much appreciated!
Hey Chris what is that connector called? The cable wire is cut. I would like to buy the new connector going to the floor not the connector going to the seat. Thanks
Great video!!!!❤❤❤❤❤😁😁😁😁😁😁
You're a genius I learned a lot from you Chris thank you keep up the good work
Just fixed my 2001 ford ranger code 47, can't thank you enough.
Love the videos and tips and tricks One thing I did notice in that video is the prindle needle needs alignment not quite on the park anyway good videos very helpful
This video helped me fix the airbag light on my Ford ranger
you the man chrisfix. had code 47. under passenger seat - unplugged it, plugged it back in and code gone.
Is there a risk of the airbag deploying while driving when that light flashes? I doubt it but just thought I'd ask as this been an anxiety for me while driving my truck..