Test Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Montana SV6, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander, and 2006 Buick Terraza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
- 2:
This step tests for current PPS DTCs.
- 8:
This step tests for a short to ground, a high resistance or an open in the PPS class 2 serial data circuit.
- 9:
This step tests for a short to voltage in the PPS class 2 serial data circuit.
DTC 064
| Step |
Action |
Yes |
No |
Schematic Reference: SIR Schematics (AK5 or AJ7) or SIR Schematics (AW9) Connector End View Reference: SIR Connector End Views and Power Seat Systems Connector End Views |
| 1 |
Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? |
Go to Step 2 |
Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
in Vehicle DTC Information |
| 2 |
- Install a scan tool.
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- With a scan tool, request the passenger presence system (PPS) to flash DTCs. Refer to Passenger Presence System Flash Code Procedures .
Does the PPS indicate that DTC 064 is current? |
Go to Step 3 |
Go to Step 13 |
| 3 |
With the scan tool request the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) DTCs. Does the scan tool indicate that DTC B0098 is current? |
Go to DTC B0098 |
Go to Step 4 |
| 4 |
- Turn OFF the ignition.
- Disconnect the PPS module connector. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
- Inspect the PPS module terminals and harness connector for damage or corrosion.
Does the PPS module terminals or harness connector exhibit any signs of damage or corrosion? |
Go to Step 5 |
Go to Step 6 |
| 5 |
- If the PPS module terminals are damaged, replace the PPS. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
- If the PPS harness connector is damaged, replace the connector. Refer to Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 13 |
- |
| 6 |
- Disconnect the main seat harness connector located under the RF seat.
- Inspect both halves of the connector for corrosion or damage. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
and Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 13 |
Go to Step 7 |
| 7 |
- Disconnect the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) connector. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
- Inspect the SDM connector for corrosion or damage. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
and Connector Repairs
in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 13 |
Go to Step 8 |
| 8 |
Test the PPS class 2 serial data circuit for a short to ground, a high resistance or an open. Refer to Circuit Testing
andWiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 13 |
Go to Step 9 |
| 9 |
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Test the PPS class 2 serial data circuit for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing
and Wiring Repairs
in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition? |
Go to Step 13 |
Go to Step 10 |
| 10 |
Replace the PPS. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming. Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 11 |
- |
| 11 |
- Reconnect all SIR and PPS system components.
- Verify that all components, connectors and connector position assurances (CPAs) are properly mounted.
- Use the scan tool in order to clear the SIR and PPS DTCs.
- Rezero the PPS. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset? |
Go to Step 12 |
System OK |
| 12 |
Replace the SDM. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming. Did you complete the replacement? |
Go to Step 13 |
- |
| 13 |
- Reconnect all SIR and PPS system components.
- Verify that all components, connectors and CPAs are properly mounted.
- Use the scan tool in order to clear the SIR and PPS DTCs.
- Rezero the PPS. Refer to Control Module References
in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup and programming.
- Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.
Does the DTC reset? |
Go to Step 2 |
System OK |