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Circuit Description

When the ignition is turned ON, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within the SIR system. The SDM monitors the I/P module disable switch-signal and I/P module disable switch indicator-control circuits in order to determine whether or not to disable the inflatable restraint I/P module. The SDM also monitors the I/P module disable switch-signal and the I/P module disable switch indicator-control circuits for an open, high resistance, short to ground or short to voltage condition.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition 1 voltage is within the normal operating voltage range.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The I/P module disable switch must be in the ON position.
    • The voltage detected in the I/P module disable switch indicator-control and the I/P module disable switch-signal circuits is less than 1 volt.
    • The voltage detected in the I/P module disable switch indicator-control and the I/P module disable switch-signal circuits is greater than 1 volt.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The SDM defaults to the OFF position, diabling the I/P module.
    • The SDM attempts to turn the inflatable restraint I/P module disable switch ON.
    • The SDM commands the AIR BAG indicator ON via Class 2 serial data.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists and the scan tool Clear DTCs function is used.
    • A history DTC will clear once 255 malfunction free ignition cycles have occurred.

Diagnostic Aids

Thoroughly inspect the wiring and the connectors. An incomplete inspection of the wiring and the connectors may result in misdiagnosis, causing a part replacement with the reappearance of the malfunction.

The following are possible causes of the malfunction:

    • A short to ground or a short to voltage in the I/P module disable switch-signal circuit
    • A short to ground or a short to voltage in the I/P module disable switch indicator-control circuit
    • Damage or corrosion on the I/P module disable switch harness connector
    • Damage or corrosion on the I/P module disable switch indicator harness connector
    • Damage or corrosion on the SDM harness connector
    • An internal I/P module disable switch malfunction
    • An internal I/P module disable switch indicator malfunction
    • An internal SDM malfunction

If an intermittent condition exists, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:

  1. This step tests to see if there is an open or high resistance in the I/P module disable switch.

  2. This step tests to see if there is a short to ground or a short to voltage in the I/P module disable switch-signal circuit.

  3. This step tests to see if there is a short to ground or a short to voltage in the I/P module disable switch indicator-control circuit.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: SIR Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-SIR?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - SIR

2

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the I/P module disable switch harness connector. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Disable Switch Replacement .
  3. Inspect the I/P module disable switch harness connector for damage or corrosion that may cause the malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 3

3

Inspect the I/P module disable switch terminals for damage or corrosion that may cause the malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Do the I/P module disable switch terminals exhibit signs of damage or corrosion?

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 4

4

  1. Remove the I/P module disable switch indicator harness connector. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Disable Switch LED Replacement .
  2. Inspect the I/P module disable switch indicator harness connector for damage or corrosion that may cause the malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 5

5

Inspect the I/P module disable switch indicator connector for damage or corrosion that may cause the malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 6

6

Test the I/P module disable switch indicator for an open or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 7

7

  1. Disconnect the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) harness connector. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .
  2. Inspect the SDM harness connector for damage or corrosion that may cause the malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 8

8

Inspect the SDM terminals for damage or corrosion that may cause the malfunction. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Do the SDM terminals exhibit signs of damage or corrosion?

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 9

9

Test the I/P module disable switch - signal circuit for a short to ground or a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 10

10

Test the I/P module disable switch indicator - control circuit for a short to ground or a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 14

Go to Step 11

11

Replace the I/P module disable switch. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Disable Switch Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 12

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12

  1. Reconnect all SIR components.
  2. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified within the supporting text.

Does the DTC rest?

Go to Step 13

System OK

13

Replace the SDM. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 14

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14

  1. Reconnect all SIR components.
  2. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified within the supporting text.

Does the DTC rest?

Go to Step 2

System OK