Test 53A: Right SIACM, Seat Squib Circuit Short (Active Code)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2001 Dodge Caravan, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, and 2001 Chrysler Town & Country. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Prior to performing any air bag system test, go to PRETEST INSPECTION & DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
under DIAGNOSTICS. Perform TEST VER-1: AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST
after all repairs unless otherwise directed.
- Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Access and disconnect right side impact air bag module connector located between seat back and seat cushion. Access and disconnect right SIACM connector. See SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SIACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Connect SRS Load Tool adapter (8443) to right SIACM connector. Connect DRB to DLC. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Connect negative battery cable. Read right SIACM DTCs. If DRB displays RIGHT SEAT SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORT, go to next step. If DRB does not display RIGHT SEAT SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORT, replace right side impact air bag module. See SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect negative battery cable and wait at least 2 minutes. Connect SRS load tool to harness side of right side air bag module connector. Measure resistance between SIACM connector terminals No. 1 (Light Blue-Orange wire) and No. 2 (Light Blue-White wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short in wiring harness between right side seat squib Light Blue-Orange and Light Blue-White wires. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . If resistance is more than 5 ohms and no other malfunctions are detected, replace right side impact air bag module.