Normal Operation
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The RCM monitors the driver safety belt buckle switch and circuits for the following faults:
- Open circuit
- Short to voltage
- Short to ground
- Current out of range
- Faulted driver safety belt buckle switch
If a fault is detected, the RCM stores DTC B0050:11, B0050:12, B0050:13 or B0050:1D in memory and sends a message to the IPC to illuminate the airbag warning indicator.
DTC DESCRIPTION
| DTC Description | Fault Trigger Condition |
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When the RCM senses a short to ground on the driver safety belt buckle switch circuit, a fault is indicated. |
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When the RCM senses a short to voltage on the driver safety belt buckle switch circuit, a fault is indicated. |
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When the RCM senses an open on either driver safety belt buckle switch circuit, a fault is indicated. |
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When the RCM senses current out of an acceptable range between the driver safety belt buckle switch circuits, a fault is indicated. |
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Driver safety belt buckle and pretensioner
- RCM