PINPOINT TEST V: DTCs B1214:11, B1214:12, B1214:13 AND B1214:1A
- V1 RETRIEVE RCM DTCs
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
Was DTC B1214:11, B1214:12, B1214:13 or B1214:1A retrieved on-demand during self-test?
- Yes
: This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved on-demand during the self-test.
For regular cab and Crew Cab vehicles with DTC B1214:13 or B1214:1A, GO to V2 .
For Super Cab vehicles with DTC B1214:13 or B1214:1A, GO to V3.
For DTC B1214:11, GO to V9.
For DTC B1214:12, GO to V11.
- No
: This is an intermittent fault when present as a Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (CMDTC) only.
For DTC B1214:13 or B1214:1A, GO to V14.
For DTC B1214:11, GO to V15.
For DTC B1214:12, GO to V16.
- V2 CHECK THE DRIVER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Gain access to the safety belt retractor pretensioner and inspect for the following:
- the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) tabs are not broken or the clip is not damaged.
- the CPA tab is fully and correctly seated.
Is the CPA clip installed correctly, not damaged or broken and fully seated?
- Yes : GO to V3 .
- No
: If the CPA
clip is damaged or broken, INSTALL a pigtail connector for the pretensioner using pigtail kit 8U2Z-14S411-YA.
If the CPA clip is not correctly installed or seated, REPAIR as necessary. GO to V18.
- V3 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL RESISTANCE (DEPLOY_24_R) PID
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Data Logger - RCM
.
- Monitor and record PID DEPLOY_24_R.
Does the PID value read between 1.7 and 2.78 ohms?
- Yes : GO to V13.
- No : GO to V4 .
- V4 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL RESISTANCE (DEPLOY_24_R) PID WHILE CARRYING OUT A HARNESS TEST
- While monitoring the DEPLOY_24_R PID, carry out a harness test of the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner circuits and accessible connectors (including any in-line connectors), by wiggling connectors and flexing the wire harness.
Does the PID value read between 1.7 and 2.78 ohms while carrying out a harness test?
- Yes
: DEPOWER the SRS
and REPAIR the connector, terminals or wire harness as needed. Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES
for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- No
: For PID value less than 1.7 ohms, GO to V5
.
For PID value greater than 2.78 ohms, GO to V7.
- V5 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (LOW RESISTANCE INDICATED) NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts 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.
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
- DIAGNOSTIC TIP: When viewing DTCs with the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner disconnected, an open circuit fault is normally retrieved.
Did the on-demand DTC change from B1214:1A to B1214:13?
- Yes : GO to V12.
- No : GO to V6 .
- V6 CHECK FOR A SHORT BETWEEN PASSENGER SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER CIRCUITS
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: RCM C310A and C310B.
- For regular cab and Crew Cab, measure the resistance between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner C3202-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and C3202-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For Super Cab, measure the resistance between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner C830-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and C830-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side.
Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms?
- Yes : GO to V13.
- No
: REPAIR circuits CR147 (GN/OG) and RR147 (YE/VT).
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- V7 CHECK THE PASSENGER SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Disconnect: RCM C310A and C310B.
- For regular cab and Crew Cab,
measure the resistance between RCM
C310B, and passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner C3202, harness side using the following chart.
RCM Circuit Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C310B-11 RR147 (YE/VT) C3202-2 C310B-12 CR147 (GN/OG) C3202-1 - For Super Cab,
measure the resistance between RCM
C310B, and passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner C830, harness side using the following chart.
RCM Circuit Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C310B-11 RR147 (YE/VT) C830-2 C310B-12 CR147 (GN/OG) C830-1
Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between RCM C310B And Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Are the resistances less than 0.5 ohm?
- Yes : GO to V8 .
- No
: REPAIR circuit CR147 (GN/OG) or RR147 (YE/VT).
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- V8 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (OPEN INDICATED) NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts 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.
- Connect: RCM C310A and C310B.
- For regular cab or Crew Cab, connect a fused jumper wire between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner C3202-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and C3202-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side.
- For Super Cab, connect a fused jumper wire between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner C830-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and C830-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side.
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
- DIAGNOSTIC TIP: When viewing DTCs with the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner circuits shorted together, a low resistance fault would normally be retrieved.
Did the on-demand DTC change from B1214:13 to B1214:1A?
- V9 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (SHORT TO GROUND INDICATED) NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts 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.
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
- DIAGNOSTIC TIP: When viewing DTCs with the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner disconnected, an open circuit fault is normally retrieved.
Did the on-demand DTC change from B1214:11 to B1214:13?
- Yes : GO to V12.
- No : GO to V10 .
- V10 CHECK THE PASSENGER SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: RCM C310A and C310B.
- For regular cab and Crew Cab,
measure the resistance between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner:
- C3202-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and ground.
- C3202-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
- For Super Cab,
measure the resistance between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner:
- C830-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and ground.
- C830-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms?
- Yes : GO to V13.
- No
: REPAIR circuit CR147 (GN/OG) or RR147 (YE/VT).
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information. GO to V18.
- V11 CHECK THE PASSENGER SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Disconnect: RCM C310A and C310B.
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- For regular cab and Crew Cab,
measure the voltage between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner:
- C3202-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and ground.
- C3202-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
- For Super Cab,
measure the voltage between the passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner:
- C830-1 , circuit CR147 (GN/OG), harness side and ground.
- C830-2 , circuit RR147 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
Is voltage present on either circuit?
- Yes
: REPAIR circuit CR147 (GN/OG) or RR147 (YE/VT).
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- No : GO to V13.
- V12 CONFIRM THE PASSENGER SAFETY BELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER FAULT NOTE: Make sure all restraint system components, sensor electrical connectors and the RCM electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, DTCs will be recorded.
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Prior to reconnecting any previously disconnected SRS
component:
- inspect connector(s) (including any in-line connectors) for pushed-out, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals.
- inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires.
- inspect C310A and C310B Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) .
- repair any concerns found.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
- Connect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Connect: RCM C310A and C310B (if previously disconnected).
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test?
- Yes : INSTALL a new passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner. REFER to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM . GO to V18.
- No
: In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test
.
For DTC B1214:13 or B1214:1A, GO to V14.
For DTC B1214:11, GO to V15.
For DTC B1214:12, GO to V16.
- V13 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 self-test. If not, DTCs will be recorded.
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Prior to reconnecting any previously disconnected SRS
component:
- inspect connector(s) (including any in-line connectors) for pushed-out, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals.
- inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires.
- inspect C310A and C310B CPA lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) .
- repair any concerns found.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
- Connect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Connect: RCM C310A and C310B (if previously disconnected).
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test?
- Yes : INSTALL a new RCM . REFER to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) . GO to V18.
- No
: In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test
.
For DTC B1214:13 or B1214:1A, GO to V14 .
For DTC B1214:11, GO to V15.
For DTC B1214:12, GO to V16.
- V14 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL RESISTANCE (DEPLOY_24_R) PID FOR AN INTERMITTENT LOW RESISTANCE OR OPEN CIRCUIT FAULT
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Data Logger - RCM
.
- Monitor and record PID DEPLOY_24_R.
- Attempt to recreate the fault by wiggling the connectors (including any in-line connectors) and flexing the wire harness.
Does the PID value read between 1.7 and 2.78 ohms?
- Yes : The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test . GO to V17.
- No
: DEPOWER the SRS
and REPAIR as necessary.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Data Logger - RCM
.
- V15 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL FOR AN INTERMITTENT SHORT TO GROUND FAULT
- Ignition ON.
- Attempt to recreate the fault by wiggling connectors (including any in-line connectors) and flexing the wire harness.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
Was DTC B1214:11 retrieved on-demand during self-test?
- Yes
: DEPOWER the SRS
and REPAIR as necessary.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- No : The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test . GO to V17.
- V16 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT PASSENGER SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SHORT TO VOLTAGE FAULT
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202 (regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830 (Super Cab).
- Repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Attempt to recreate the fault by wiggling connectors (including any in-line connectors) and flexing the wire harness.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
Was DTC B1214:12 retrieved on-demand during self-test?
- Yes
: DEPOWER the SRS
and REPAIR as necessary.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18.
- No : The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test . GO to V17 .
- V17 CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTORS
- Ignition OFF.
- Depower the SRS . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner C3202
(regular cab and Crew Cab) or C830
(Super Cab).
- inspect connector(s) (including any in-line 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.
Were any concerns found?
- Yes
: REPAIR as necessary.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
GO to V18 .
- No : The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test . GO to V18 .
- V18 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS DTCs
- Ignition OFF.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).
- If previously directed to depower the SRS , repower the SRS . Do not prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - Restraints.NOTE: When selecting Restraints from the Self Test menu, DTCs are retrieved from the RCM and OCSM .
Are any RCM and/or OCSM DTCs retrieved?
- Yes : Do not clear any DTCs until all DTCs have been resolved. GO to the DTC CHARTS for pinpoint test direction.
- No : CLEAR all RCM and OCSM CMDTCs . PROVE OUT the SRS . The repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.
- Ignition OFF.