PINPOINT TEST E : DTCs B0050:11, B0050:12, B0050:13 AND B0050:1D: Notes
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Diagnostic Overview
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in Service Information for information about these practices.
Refer to Supplemental Restraint System , for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The RCM continuously 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 | Fault Trigger Condition |
|---|---|---|
| B0050:11 | Driver Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Short to Ground | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses a short to ground on the driver safety belt buckle switch circuit for more than 6 seconds. |
| B0050:12 | Driver Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Short to Battery | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses a short to voltage on the driver safety belt buckle switch circuit for more than 6 seconds. |
| B0050:13 | Driver Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Open | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses an open on either driver safety belt buckle switch circuit for more than 6 seconds. |
| B0050:1D | Driver Seatbelt Sensor: Circuit Current Out of Range | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses current out of an acceptable range between the driver safety belt buckle switch circuit for more than 6 seconds. |
Possible Sources
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Driver safety belt buckle switch
- RCM
Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks
- Inspect for a damaged driver safety belt buckle.
- Inspect for damaged wiring harness(es).
- Inspect for loose or damaged connectors.