Theory Of Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Fiat 500e. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The Passenger Remote Acceleration Sensor (Satellite) (Right Side Impact Sensor 1) is mounted near the base of the B-pillar. Refer to DESCRIPTION . Impact sensors perform their own self test using power supplied by the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) then communicate this status back to the module. The repair of this fault centers on verifying the integrity of the sensor's internal circuitry and software validity.