Test 44A: Right SIACM, Curtain Squib Circuit Short (Active Code)

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. This procedure applies to Sebring, Stratus sedan models only.

Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove right and left C-pillar trim panels. Remove rear shelf trim panel. Disconnect right curtain air bag module connector. Connect SRS Load Tool (8443) and appropriate jumper to harness side of right curtain air bag connector. Connect DRB to DLC. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Connect negative battery cable. Read right SIACM DTCs. If DRB displays RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORT, go to next step. If DRB does not display RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORT, replace right curtain air bag module. See CURTAIN (HEAD IMPACT) AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect negative battery terminal and wait at least 2 minutes. Access and disconnect right SIACM connector. See SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SIACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Connect SRS load tool adapter to harness side of right curtain air bag module connector. Measure resistance between Light Blue-Yellow wire and Light Blue-White wire on harness side of right curtain air bag squib connector. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short in wiring harness between Light Blue-Yellow and Light Blue-White wires. If resistance is more than 5 ohms and no other malfunctions are detected, replace right side impact air bag module.