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Pinpoint Test E: B129C:96 Or B129D:96

  1. NOTE: Before disconnecting any of the active park assist sensors, verify the connectors are properly seated and latched.

    Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    REFER to: Parking Aid - System Operation and Component Description .

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    PAM B129C:96 Left Front Side Sensor: Component Internal Failure A continuous and on-demand DTC that sets in the PAM when the left front active park assist sensor has internally failed or has an incorrect attenuation time.
    PAM B129D:96 Right Front Side Sensor: Component Internal Failure A continuous and on-demand DTC that sets in the PAM when the right front active park assist sensor has internally failed or has an incorrect attenuation time.

    Possible Sources 

    • Front active park assist sensor
    • PAM

  2. E1 CHECK THE CONTINUOUS AND ON-DEMAND PAM (PARKING ASSIST CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, retrieve the PAM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

    Are Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) other than DTC B129C:96 or DTC B129D:96 present? 

    Yes  DIAGNOSE all other PAM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) first. REFER to the appropriate PAM DTC Chart.
    No  GO to  E2
  3. E2 CHECK THE FRONT ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SENSOR OPERATION

    • Clean the front bumper and sensors with high-pressure water.

    • Make sure the suspect front active park assist sensor(s) is flush-mounted in the bezel.

    Does the system pass the azimuth system check? 

    Yes  The system is operating correctly at this time, the concern may have been caused by a dirty, blocked or incorrectly mounted front active park assist sensor.
    No  GO to  E3
  4. E3 INSTALL A KNOWN GOOD SENSOR

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the PAM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and repeat the self-test.

    Is DTC B129C:96 or DTC B129D:96 still present? 

    Yes  GO to  E4
    No  INSTALL a new active park assist sensor for the suspect sensor. REFER to: Front Active Park Assist Sensors 
  5. E4 CHECK FOR CORRECT PAM (PARKING ASSIST CONTROL MODULE) OPERATION

    • Ignition OFF.

    • Disconnect and inspect all PAM connectors and related in-line connectors.

    • Repair:

      • corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

    • Reconnect the PAM connectors and related in-line connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly.

    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new PAM. REFER to: Parking Assist Control Module (PAM)
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.