Diagnostic Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1) CHECK FOR ACTIVE DTC
NOTE: Troubleshoot any Ignition, Battery, Seat Weight Sensor, or OCM Internal DTCs BEFORE proceeding

NOTE: Ensure that the battery is fully charged.

With the scan tool, read DTCs.

Select the module and DTC type.

OCM-Active
1. Go To 2.
OCM-Stored
1. Erase code with scan tool, test complete.
ORC-Active
1. Go To 4).
ORC-Stored
1. Erase code with scan tool, test complete.
2) CHECK THE VIN STORED IN THE PCM
With the scan tool, compare the VIN that is stored in the PCM to the VIN of the vehicle's VIN plate.

Does the VIN stored in the PCM match the vehicle's VIN?

Yes
1. Go To 3.
No
1. Replace and Configure the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the service information.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
3) PERFORM OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION MODULE SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST
Verify that the passenger seat is empty.

Verify that all of the Seat Weight Sensor mounting screws are torqued to specification. Refer toSEATS .

NOTE: Failure to follow the test instructions or aborting the test will cause faults to set when performing the Occupant Classification Module System Verification Test. To prevent faults due to process errors: Verify That All Tests Steps That Led You Here Were Performed As Directed; Verify That The Ignition Is In Run; Wait 30 Seconds After Changing The Seat Weight Before Proceeding To Allow The System To Stabilize; Only Press Scan Tool Buttons When Directed To Do So; and Perform The Occupant Classification Module System Verification Test To Completion.

With the scan tool in OCM, select More Options, select System Tests, and select Occupant Classification Module System Verification Test. Run the test by following the instructions displayed on the scan tool. When the test is complete, proceed as follows.

With the scan tool, read OCM DTCs.

Does the scan tool display active: B2206-CURRENT VIN MISSING/MISMATCH?

Yes
1. Replace the OCM in accordance with the Service Information.
2. Perform *OCS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
No - But Other DTCs Present
1. Diagnose and repair the DTCs. Refer to the DIAGNOSTIC CODE INDEX .
No - No Active DTCs Present
1. Perform *OCS VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .
4) CHECK THE VIN STORED IN THE PCM
With the scan tool, compare the VIN that is stored in the PCM to the VIN of the vehicle's VIN plate.

Does the VIN stored in the PCM match the vehicle's VIN?

Yes
1. Go To 5.
No
1. Replace and Configure the Powertrain Control Module in accordance with the service information.
2. Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST .
5) REPLACE THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER
WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition off, disconnect the battery and wait two minutes before proceeding.

WARNING: If the airbag control module is dropped at any time, it must be replaced. Failure to take the proper precautions can result in accidental airbag deployment and personal injury or death.

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Repair
1. Replace the Occupant Restraint Controller in accordance with the service information.
2. Perform *ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1 .