Skoda Praktik SRS Airbag Light Issue

My 2007 Skoda Praktik with a diesel engine has developed a rather annoying issue. The airbag warning lamp, that darn SRS light, is constantly lit up in the speedometer. I suspect it might be a defective cable or plug connection. Anyone else experience this automotive safety SNAFU? Is my restraint system about to fail me?

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Whoa, sounds familiar! I had a similar issue with my Skoda Praktik a while back. SRS light driving me nuts! Was it constantly on, or did it flicker at all? And did you notice any other weird electrical stuff happening?

Yeah, mine was constantly on too. Honestly, I wouldn't poke around too much with the airbags yourself – could be dangerous! In my case, the workshop diagnosed it as a faulty connection to one of the airbag sensors. Cost me a bit to diagnose, but better safe than sorry, right? Just get it checked by a professional. Is it worth risking your life? I don't think so.

Interesting! It's constantly on, no flickering or anything. And no other electrical weirdness that I've noticed. Where was the defective plug connection in your case? Is it something I could check myself before taking it to the workshop?

It was indeed a defective plug connection. The guys at the workshop fixed it for 95€. Now the SRS light is finally off, and I can drive with peace of mind again. Automotive safety restored!

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