Circuit Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The inflatable restraint side impact module deployment loop consists of an inflatable restraint side impact module, the side impact module - high and side impact module - low circuits. A shorting bar is used in the inflatable restraint side impact module connector which will short together the side impact module - high and side impact module - low circuits when the connector is disconnected, this will help to prevent unwanted deployment of the inflator module during servicing. When the ignition is turned ON, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) performs continuous diagnostic tests on the deployment loops to check for proper circuit continuity and for shorts to ground or voltage. If a malfunction is detected, a DTC will be stored.