Pinpoint Test Al: DTC B1A59:11

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WARNING: Never disassemble or tamper with seat belt deployable components, including pretensioners, load limiters and inflators. Never back probe deployable device electrical connectors. Tampering or back probing may cause an accidental deployment and result in personal injury or death.

NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) from the Flex Probe Kit when taking measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.

NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION before proceeding with the pinpoint test.

NOTE: Only disconnect or reconnect Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components when instructed to do so within a pinpoint test step. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect diagnosis of the SRS .

NOTE: Always make sure the correct SRS component is being installed. Parts released for other vehicles may not be compatible even if they appear physically similar. Check the part number listed in the Ford Catalog Advantage™ to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS component is installed, DTCs may set.

NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

AL1 RETRIEVE OCSM DTCs
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - OCSM .
Was DTC B1A59:11 retrieved during self-test?
- Yes : The fault condition is still present. This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved on-demand during the self test. GO to AL2 .
- No : This is an intermittent fault when present as a CMDTC only. GO to AL6.
AL2 CHECK THE SEAT WIRING AND CONNECTORS
- 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.
- Carry out a thorough inspection of the OCS wiring, terminals and connectors, jumper harness, weight sensor bolt connector and connection, wiring harness routing and the related seat wiring harness and body wiring harness terminals and connectors.
Were any problems noted?
- Yes : DEPOWER the SRS . REFER to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
  REPAIR the seat connectors and wiring as needed.
  
  Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
  
  GO to AL7.
- No : GO to AL3 .
AL3 CHECK OCS WEIGHT SENSOR BOLTS FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (SHORT TO GROUND INDICATED)
NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the OCSM by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the OCSM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
- Disconnect: OCS Weight Sensor Bolts C3330 and C3331 .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Clear DTCs - OCSM .
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - OCSM .
- DIAGNOSTIC TIP: When viewing DTCs with the OCS weight sensor bolts disconnected, numerous sensor circuit faults would normally be retrieved.
Was DTC B1A59:11 retrieved during self-test?
- Yes : GO to AL4 .
- No : INSTALL a new passenger seat track assembly with OCS weight sensor bolts.
  REFER to SEAT SYSTEM - SEATS . GO to AL7.

AL4 CHECK OCSM VREF CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

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.
Disconnect: OCSM C3159 .

Measure the resistance between:

Positive	Lead	Negative	Lead
Pin	Circuit	Pin	Circuit
C3159-8	CR153 (GN/WH)	-	Ground
C3159-17	CR154 (VT/OG)	-	Ground

Fig 1: Identifying OCS Weight Sensor Connector Terminals

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms?

Yes : GO to AL5 .
No : REPAIR the affected circuits.
Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.

GO to AL7.

AL5 CONFIRM THE OCSM FAULT
NOTE: Make sure all restraint system sensor electrical connectors and the RCM electrical connector are connected before carrying out the self test. If not, DTCs will be recorded.
- 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.
- 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.
  - repair any concerns found.
    Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
- Connect: OCSM C3159 (if previously disconnected).
- Connect: OCS Weight Sensor Bolts C3330 and C3331 .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Clear DTCs - OCSM .
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - OCSM .
Was DTC B1A59:11 retrieved during self-test?
- Yes : CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs . If a TSB exists for this concern, discontinue this test and follow TSB instructions. If no TSBs address this concern, INSTALL a new OCSM . REFER to OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE (OCSM) - MANUAL SEAT TRACK or OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE (OCSM) - POWER SEAT TRACK . GO to AL7.
- 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 . GO to AL7.
AL6 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT
- 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.
- Disconnect: OCS Weight Sensor Bolts C3330 and C3331 .
  - 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.
  - repair any concerns found.
    Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
- Connect: All previously disconnected component(s)/connector(s).
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Clear DTCs - OCSM .
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - OCSM .
Was DTC B1A59:11 retrieved during self-test?
- Yes : 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. GO to AL2.
- No : CHECK for causes of the intermittent fault. ATTEMPT to recreate the hard fault by flexing the wire harness and cycling the ignition key frequently. ACTIVATE other systems in the same wire harness. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test .
  Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.
  
  GO to AL7 .
AL7 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL DTCs
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.
- Ignition OFF.
- 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. REFER to 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.