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Diagnostic Procedure

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PASSENGER SQUIB 1 CIRCUIT SHORTED - DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

TEST ACTION
1
NOTE: Ensure that the battery is fully charged.
Turn the ignition on.
NOTE: For the purpose of this test, the AECM and ORC modules will be referred to as an ACM.
SELECT ACTIVE or STOKED DTC:
  1. ACM - ACTIVE DTC
    1. Go To 2
  2. ACM - STORED DTC
    1. Go To 4
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 WELL PROPEL INTO THE AIR IF ACCIDENTALLY DEPLOYED, AND COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY.
Disconnect the Passenger Airbag.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool to the Passenger Airbag 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 PASSENGER SQUIB 1 CIRCUIT SHORT?
  1. Yes --> Go To 3
  2. No --> Replace Passenger 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 Airbag Control Module connector
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool adapter to the Airbag Control Module connector.Disconnect the Load Tool from the Passenger airbag connector.Measure the resistance between Passenger Squib 1 Line 1 and Squib 1 Line 2 circuit at the Passenger Airbag connector.Is the resistance below 10K ohms?
  1. Yes --> Repair Passenger Squib 1 Line 1 circuit short to Passenger Squib 1 Line 2 circuit.

    Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1  .

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

    Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1  .

NOTE: When reconnecting airbag system, components the Ignition must be turned off and the Battery must be disconnected.
4
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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