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Diagnostic Procedure

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DRIVER SQUIB 1 SHORTED TO GROUND - DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

TEST ACTION
1 Turn the ignition on.
NOTE: Ensure that the battery is fully charged.
NOTE: For the purpose of this test, the AECM and ORC modules will be referred to as an ACM.

SELECT ACTIVE or STORED DTC:
  1. ACM - ACTIVE DTC
    1. Go To 2
  2. ACM - STORED DTC
    1. Go To 5
NOTE: When reconnecting Airbag system components, the ignition must be turned off and the battery must be disconnected.
2
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE AN INTACT UNDEPLOYED AIRBAG FACE DOWN ON A HARD SURFACE, THE AIRBAG WILL PROPEL INTO THE AIR IF ACCIDENTALLY DEPLOYED. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Disconnect the Driver Airbag Module.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool to the Driver Airbag connectors.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNITION ON, THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
With the DRBIII(R), read the active Airbag DTCs.Does the DRBIII(R) show DRIVER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND?
  1. Yes --> Go To 3
  2. No --> Replace the Driver Airbag in accordance with the Service Information.

    Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1  .
3
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING.
Disconnect the Clockspring connector.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool to the Clockspring connector.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNITION ON, THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
With the DRBIII(R), read the active Airbag DTCs.Does the DRBIII(R) show DRIVER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND?
  1. Yes --> Go To 4
  2. No --> Replace the Clockspring.

    Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1  .
4
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING.
Disconnect the Airbag Control Module connector.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool adaptor to the Airbag Control Module connector.Disconnect the Load Tool from the Clockspring connector.Measure the resistance of the Driver Squib 1 Line 1 and Line 2 circuits between Clockspring connector and ground.Is the resistance below 10K ohms on either circuit?
  1. Yes --> Repair Driver Squib 1 Line 1 or Line 2 circuits shorted to ground.

    Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1  .

  2. No --> Replace the Airbag Control Module in accordance with Service Instructions.

    Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1  .
5
NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.
With the DRBIII(R), record and erase all DTCs from all modules.All active codes must be resolved before diagnosing any stored codes.Maintain a safe distance from all airbags while performing the following steps.With the DRBIII(R) monitor active codes as you work through the system.
NOTE: If equipped with Passenger Airbag On-Off switch, read the DTCs in all switch positions.
Wiggle the wiring harness and connectors of the appropriate airbag system and rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
You have just attempted to simulate the condition that initially set the trouble code message.The following additional checks may assist you in identifying a possible intermittent problem:
  • Visually inspect related wire harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed out, spread, corroded, or contaminated terminals.
  • Visually inspect the related harnesses. Look for chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wire.
  • Refer to SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS and Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Did the DTC become active ?
  1. Yes --> Select appropriate symptom from Symptom List.
  2. No --> No problem found at this time. Erase all codes before returning vehicle to customer.
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