Test 9A: Left SIACM, Seat Squib Short To Ground (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 left side impact air bag module connector located between seat back and seat cushion. Connect SRS Load Tool (8443) to left side impact air bag module harness connector. Connect DRB to DLC. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Connect negative battery cable. Read left side air bag DTCs. If DRB displays LEFT SEAT SQUIB SHORTED TO GROUND, go to next step. If DRB does not display LEFT SEAT SQUIB SHORTED TO GROUND, replace left 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. Access and disconnect left SIACM connector. See SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SIACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Connect SRS load tool adapter to left SIACM harness connector. Measure resistance between ground and SIACM connector terminal No. 2 (Light Green-White wire). See Figure . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Light Green-White wire. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
- Measure resistance between ground and SIACM connector terminal No. 1 (Light Green-Orange wire). See Figure . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Light Green-Orange wire. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, and no other malfunctions are found, replace left side impact air bag control module.