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Pinpoint Test M: DTC B2435 - Drivers Seat Belt Buckle Switch Resistance Out Of Range

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WARNING: Do not handle, move or change the original horizontal mounting position of the restraints control module (RCM) while the RCM is connected and the ignition switch is ON. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the safety canopy and cause serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on air bag, safety canopy or side air curtain modules. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of these modules, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on safety belt buckle/retractor pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the safety belt pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when taking measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
NOTE: The supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: SRS components should only be disconnected or reconnected when instructed to do so within a pinpoint test step. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect diagnosis of the SRS. 
NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test.
  1. M1 CHECK FOR CONTINUOUS AND ON-DEMAND DTCs 
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: RCM Self Test/Retrieve and Record On-Demand and Continuous Memory DTCs
    • Was on-demand DTC B2435 retrieved? 
    1. YES  : This is a hard fault. The fault condition is still present. This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved during the on-demand self test. Go to  M2.
    2. NO  : This is an intermittent fault when present as a continuous memory DTC only (DTC not retrieved on-demand). The fault condition is not present at this time. Go to  M4.
  2. M2 CHECK THE DRIVER SAFETY BELT BUCKLE SWITCH 
    NOTE: This pinpoint test step will attempt to change the fault reported by the RCM by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Depower the SRS. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
    • Disconnect: Driver Safety Belt Buckle Switch C3065
    • Repower the SRS. Do not  prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: RCM Self Test/Retrieve and Record On-Demand and Continuous Memory DTCs
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing on-demand DTCs with the driver safety belt buckle switch disconnected, an open circuit fault would normally be retrieved.
    • Did the driver safety belt buckle switch on-demand DTC change from indicating B2435 to B2691? 
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new driver safety belt buckle assembly. Refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM article. Go to  M5.
    2. NO  : Go to  M3.
  3. M3 CONFIRM THE RCM FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all restraint system components, sensor electrical connectors and the RCM electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the on-demand self test. If not, erroneous DTCs will be recorded.
    1. YES  : INSTALL a new RCM and CARRY OUT programmable module installation (PMI). REFER to Restraints Control Module (RCM) . Go to  M5.
    2. NO  : In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. CHECK for causes of the intermittent fault in the areas previously worked in, particularly the pins and terminals of electrical connectors that were disconnected. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. SRS components should only be installed when directed to do so in the pinpoint test.  REPAIR any intermittent wiring, terminal or connector concerns found. Go to  M4.
  4. M4 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT 
    • Key in OFF position.
    • Depower the SRS. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
    • Disconnect the driver safety belt buckle switch C3065:
      • inspect connector(s) (including any inline connectors) for corrosion, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals.
      • inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires.
      • repair any concerns found. Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information.
    • Connect: All Previously Disconnected Component(s)/Connector(s)
    • Repower the SRS. Do not  prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
    • Key in ON position.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: RCM Self Test/Retrieve and Record On-Demand and Continuous Memory DTCs
    • Was on-demand DTC B2435 retrieved? 
    1. YES  : This is a hard fault. The fault condition is now present. This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved during the on-demand self test.
    2. Go to  M2.
    3. NO  : The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. SRS components should only be installed when directed to do so in the pinpoint test.  REPAIR any intermittent wiring, terminal or connector concerns found. Go to  M5.
  5. M5 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS DTCs 
    • Key in OFF position.
      WARNING: Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete the backup power supply. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
    • Reconnect all SRS components (If previously disconnected).
    • Key in ON position.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: RCM Self Test/Retrieve and Record On-Demand and Continuous Memory DTCs
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: Clear all RCM and OCSM Continuous Memory DTCs
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: Self Test/RCM
    • Are any RCM DTCs retrieved indicating a fault? 
    1. YES  : Do not clear any DTCs until all DTCs have been resolved. Go to the SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DTC TABLE  for pinpoint test direction.
    2. NO  : PROVE OUT the SRS. REPAIR is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.
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