Test 4A: Left SIACM, Curtain Squib Circuit Open (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 left curtain air bag module connector. Connect SRS Load Tool (8443) and appropriate jumper to harness side of left curtain air bag connector. Connect DRB to DLC. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Connect negative battery cable. Read left SIACM DTCs. If DRB displays LEFT CURTAIN SQUIB CIRCUIT OPEN, go to next step. If DRB does not display LEFT CURTAIN SQUIB CIRCUIT OPEN, replace left 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 left SIACM connector. See SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (SIACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Connect SRS load tool adapter to left SIACM connector. Measure resistance of Light Blue-Orange wire between SRS load tool adapter and left curtain air bag module connector. See WIRING DIAGRAMS . If resistance is less than one ohm, go to next step. If resistance is more than one ohm, repair open or high resistance in left curtain squib Light Blue-Orange wire.
Measure resistance of Light Blue-Brown wire between SRS load tool adapter and left curtain air bag module connector. If resistance is less than one ohm and no other malfunctions are detected, replace left side impact air bag control module. If resistance is more than one ohm, repair open or high resistance in left curtain squib Light Blue-Brown wire.