Diagnostic Instructions
DTC Descriptor
DTC 064: PPS Communication/ID Performance
Circuit/System Description
The Inflatable Restraint Passenger Presence System (PPS) is used to monitor the weight of an occupant on the front outboard passenger seat and communicate the status to the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) whether to enable or suppress the deployment
of the instrument panel (I/P) module. The PPS consist of an electronic control module, silicone filled sensor pad, pressure sensor, seat belt tension retractor sensor, wiring harness, and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF indicators. The silicone filled sensor pad is
located under the passenger seat foam cushion and is connected by a hose clamped to the pressure sensor. The weight of the occupant sitting in the front passenger seat is measured as a pressure change within the bladder by the pressure sensor. The pressure sensor
sends a voltage signal to the PPS module. If the pressure from the occupant's weight is less than a specified value, the PPS module will send a suppress signal to the SDM to disable the I/P module. If the pressure from the occupant's weight is higher than a
specified value, the PPS module will send an enable signal to the SDM to enable the I/P module. The PPS module will notify the customer of the enable/disable status by illuminating one of the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF indicators located on the instrument panel.
The PPS monitors itself for faults and will set flash DTC if a fault is detected. The PPS will also notify the SDM of a fault. The SDM will respond by setting either DTC B0092 or B0098 and requesting the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to illuminate the
AIR BAG indicator.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition voltage is between 9-16 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
• | The PPS has lost communications with the SDM. |
• | The PPS verification ID does not match the ID that is stored in the SDM. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
• | The SDM disables the instrument panel (I/P) module deployment loop. |
• | The SDM requests the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to illuminate the AIR BAG indicator. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
• | The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists. |
• | A history DTC will clear once 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred. |
Diagnostic Aids
Important: DTC B0098 is an indication that the SDM has received an incorrect PPS verification ID. The SDM will continue to request the verification ID from the PPS for 5 seconds. If the SDM does not receive the correct
verification ID from the PPS within 5 seconds, the SDM will set DTC B0098 as current, illuminate the AIR BAG indicator, and disable the I/P module deployment loop. If either the SDM or PPS were replaced make sure the correct part numbers were used
for the vehicle application.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
SIR Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Component Connector End Views
Description and Operation
SIR System Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Testing
Important: When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.
• | PPS wiring harness connector |
• | SDM wiring harness connector |
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the PPS module and the SDM.
- Test for less than 1 ohm between the serial data circuit terminal 18 at the PPS harness connector and terminal 35 at the SDM harness connector.
⇒ | If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance. |
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the PPS module.
Repair Instructions
Perform the
Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.