Test V: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1879): Description
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Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors resistance in left seat belt pretensioner circuits. If RCM detects a short to ground, it will store Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1879 in memory and flash Code 17 on AIR BAG warning light.