Blinking Airbag Warning Light

A few months ago, the "Airbag" indicator on the dashboard of my 1997 Nissan Altima GXE began flashing. I decided to take it to a mechanic to have it reset, as well as getting a tune-up, but never seemed to have the time.

Finally, on Saturday, I did a little Google search on "flashing airbag light", and found just the information I was looking for. I tried it, and it worked the first time! So, I'm sharing the information with you. There was some discussion on various boards about what models and years this would work, but the consensus seems to be that it works on many different models and years, so go ahead and give it a try. Its easy!

1) Open your driver-side door, and sit down. Insert key into ignition switch.
2) Turn key to the "On" position. This position is usually where the accessories are powered on, but the engine is NOT started.
3) Quickly depress the door-ajar sensor button located on the driver's side door frame 5 times, before the Airbag light starts blinking (you have about 7 seconds to do this).
4) Turn the ignition off. Breath deeply.
5) Turn the ignition switch to the "On" position (no need to start the car)
After 7 seconds, the Airbag light will go out. No more blinking!