Test 46A: Right SIACM, Curtain Squib Short To Ground (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 TO GROUND, go to next step. If DRB does not display RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORT TO GROUND, 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 right SIACM harness connector. Measure resistance between ground and Light Blue-White wire. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Light Blue-White wire. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
Measure resistance between ground and Light Blue-Yellow wire. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Light Blue-Yellow wire. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, and no other malfunctions are found, replace right side impact air bag control module.