Pinpoint Test GG - DTC: B0061:11, B0061:12, B0061:13, B0061:1C, and B0061:49

Refer to Supplemental Restraint System for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

The Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) operates in conjunction with the OCS. The OCS interprets a variable voltage signal provided by the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) to identify the possible presence of a child safety seat in the front passenger seat. The voltage output of the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) is proportional to the amount of tension applied to the sensor by the belt: no belt tension causes a low voltage (approximately 0.95 volt) to be output and high belt tension causes a high voltage (approximately 3.8 volts) to be returned to the OCSM.

The OCSM monitors the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) and related circuits for the following faults:

• Resistance out of range
• Unexpected voltage
• Short to ground
• Faulted Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) (part of RH front passenger safety belt buckle)

If a fault is detected, the OCSM stores DTC B0061:11, B0061:12, B0061:13, B0061:1C or B0061:49 in memory and sends a message to the RCM over the HS-CAN indicating that an OCS fault is present. Upon receipt of this message, the RCM sets DTC B00A0:09 and sends a message to the IPC to illuminate the airbag warning indicator.

DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

DTC	Description	Fault Trigger Conditions
B0061:11	Passenger Seatbelt Tension Sensor: Circuit Short to Ground	A fault is indicated when the OCSM measures voltage below a predetermined threshold on the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) signal circuit. An open Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) VREF circuit can also set this DTC.
B0061:12	Passenger Seatbelt Tension Sensor: Circuit Short to Battery	A fault is indicated when the OCSM measures voltage above a predetermined threshold on the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) signal circuit. An open Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) return circuit can also set this DTC.
B0061:13	Passenger Seatbelt Tension Sensor: Circuit Open	A fault is indicated when the OCSM senses an open on either Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) circuit.
B0061:1C	Passenger Seatbelt Tension Sensor: Circuit Voltage Out of Range	A fault is indicated when the passenger safety belt is unbuckled and the OCSM measures voltage on the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) signal circuit greater than the maximum voltage returned during normal sensor operation.
B0061:49	Passenger Seatbelt Tension Sensor: Internal Electronic Failure	A fault is indicated when the OCSM senses an internal fault on the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) signal circuit.

Possible Causes 

• Wiring, terminals or connectors
• Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) (part of RH front passenger safety belt anchor)
• OCSM

Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks 

• Inspect for a damaged passenger safety belt or Belt Tension Sensor (BTS).
• Inspect for a damaged passenger seat cushion wiring harness.
• Inspect for a loose or damaged OCSM or Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) connector.
• Inspect for a damaged OCSM.

PINPOINT TEST A : B0061:11, B0061:12, B0061:13, B0061:1C AND B0061:49 

• 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 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 parts catalog to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS component is installed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) may set.
• NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
• A1 RETRIEVE OCSM (OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)
  
  
  • WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure, refer to Safety Warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

    REFER to: Pyrotechnic Device Health and Safety Precautions .

  • Ignition ON.
  • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform OCSM self-test.

  Was DTC B0061:11, B0061:12, B0061:13, B0061:1C or B0061:49 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 DTC B0061:11, GO to  A2For DTC B0061:12, GO to  A5For DTC B0061:13, GO to  A7For DTC B0061:1C, GO to  A9For DTC B0061:49, INSTALL a new OCS sensor. Refer to: Occupant Classification System (OCS) Sensor . Go to  A13

  No	This is an intermittent fault when present as a CMDTC only. GO to  A12

• A2 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS)
  
  
  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.
  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.
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 .
  • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform OCSM self-test.
  • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) with the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) disconnected, an open circuit fault is normally retrieved.

  Was DTC B0061:11 retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

  Yes

  GO to  A3

  No	INSTALL a new front passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner assembly. Refer to: Seatbelt Retractor and Pretensioner . Go to  A13

• A3 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND OR A SHORT TOGETHER
  
  
  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.
  • Disconnect: OCSM C3159 .
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3238-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3238-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3238-2

  Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

  Yes

  GO to  A4

  No	REPAIR the circuit(s). Refer to Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. Go to  A13

• A4 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) VREF CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
  
  
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3159-5	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3238-3

  Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 

  Yes	GO to  A11

  No	REPAIR the circuit. Refer to Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. Go to  A13

• A5 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE
  
  
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  • Disconnect: Passenger Side Airbag C337 .
  • Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 .
  • Disconnect: OCSM C3159 .
  • Repower the SRS.

    Do not  prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .

  • Ignition ON.
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3159-6	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

  Is any voltage present? 

  Yes	REPAIR the circuit. Refer to Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. Go to  A13

  No

  GO to  A6

• A6 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
  
  
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3238-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

  Is the resistance less than 3 ohms? 

  Yes	GO to  A11

  No	REPAIR the circuit. Refer to Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. Go to  A13

• A7 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS)
  
  
  NOTE: This pinpoint test step will attempt 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.
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  • Disconnect: Passenger Side Airbag C337 .
  • Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 .
  • Connect a fused jumper wire:

    Lead 1	Measurement / Action	Lead 2
    C3238-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3238-2

  • Repower the SRS.

    Do not  prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .

  • Ignition ON.
  • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform OCSM self-test.
  • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) with the Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) circuits shorted together, a short to ground fault is normally retrieved.

  Did the on-demand DTC change from B0061:13 to B0061:11? 

  Yes	INSTALL a new front passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner assembly. Refer to: Seatbelt Retractor and Pretensioner . Go to  A13

  No

  GO to  A8

• A8 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN
  
  
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Disconnect: OCSM C3159 .
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3238-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3159-6

  Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 

  Yes	GO to  A11

  No	REPAIR the circuit. Refer to Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. Go to  A13

• A9 CHECK THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO THE BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) VREF CIRCUIT
  
  
  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.
  • Disconnect: OCSM C3159 .
  • Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 .
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    C3238-1	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	C3238-3

  Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

  Yes	GO to  A10

  No	REPAIR the circuits. Refer to Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information. Go to  A13

• A10 CHECK BELT TENSION SENSOR (BTS) VOLTAGE OUTPUT
  
  
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  • Connect: OCSM C3159 .
  • Disconnect: Passenger Side Airbag C337 .
  • Connect fused jumper wires:

    Lead 1	Measurement / Action	Lead 2
    C3238-2	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY C3238, pin 2, component side
    C3238-3	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY C3238, pin 3, component side

  • Repower the SRS.

    Do not  prove out the SRS at this time. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .

  • Ignition ON.
  • Measure:

    Positive Lead	Measurement / Action	Negative Lead
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY C3238, pin 1, component side	Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY	Ground

  Does the voltage vary from approximately 0.95 volt with no tension applied to the sensor to approximately 3.8 volts with full tension applied to the sensor? 

  Yes	REMOVE the fused jumper wires and GO to  A11

  No	REMOVE the fused jumper wires and INSTALL a new front passenger safety belt retractor pretensioner assembly. Refer to: Seatbelt Retractor and Pretensioner . Go to  A13

• A11 CONFIRM THE OCSM (OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE) FAULT
  
  
  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.
  NOTE: Make sure all OCS components, SRS electrical connectors and the RCM electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will be recorded.
  • Ignition OFF.
  • Prior to reconnecting any previously disconnected SRS component:
    • inspect connector(s) (including any inline 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 Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information.
  • Connect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 (if previously disconnected).
  • Connect: OCSM C3159 (if previously disconnected).
  • If previously directed to disconnect Passenger Side Airbag C337 , depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  • Connect: Passenger Side Airbag C337 .
  • 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.
  • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform OCSM self-test.

  Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

  Yes

  CHECK OASIS for any applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address this concern, INSTALL a new OCS sensor. Refer to: Occupant Classification System (OCS) Sensor . Go to  A13

  No	In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. 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. GO to  A12

• A12 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT
  
  
  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.
  • Disconnect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 .
    • inspect connector(s) (including any inline connectors) for 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 Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information.
  • Connect: Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor (BTS) C3238 .
  • Ignition ON.
  • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform OCSM self-test.

  Was DTC B0061:11, B0061:12, B0061:13, B0061:1A or B0061:1C retrieved on-demand 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 on-demand during the self-test. For DTC B0061:11 or B0061:1A, GO to  A2For DTC B0061:12, GO to  A5For DTC B0061:13, GO to  A7For DTC B0061:1C, GO to  A9

  No

  CHECK for causes of the intermittent fault. ATTEMPT to recreate the hard fault by flexing the wire harness and cycling the ignition frequently. ACTIVATE other system in the same wire harness. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Only install SRS components when directed to do so in the pinpoint test. REPAIR any intermittent concerns found. GO to  A13

• A13 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (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.
  • If previously directed to disconnect Passenger Side Airbag C337 , depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
  • 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.
  • NOTE: When selecting Restraints from the Self Test menu, DTCs are retrieved from the RCM and OCSM.

    Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform

    Restraints  self-test.

  Are any RCM and/or OCSM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) retrieved? 

  Yes	Do not clear any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) until all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been resolved. DIAGNOSE and REPAIR the RCM and/or OCSM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Refer to: Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) .

  No	CLEAR all RCM and OCSM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). PROVE OUT the SRS. The repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.