When you first turn ON the ignition, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself. Next the SDM measures IGNITION 1 voltage to make sure it is within its respective normal voltage range. Then the SDM proceeds with the deployment loop continuity test. During the deployment loop continuity test, the SDM measures the voltage difference between the passenger side high circuit and the passenger low side circuit.
The IGNITION 1 voltage is within the normal operating voltage range.
• | The voltage difference between the passenger side high circuit and the passenger side low circuit is more than or equal to 400 millivolts. |
• | The malfunction must be present for at least 500 milliseconds. |
The SDM commands ON the AIR BAG warning lamp.
• | The voltage difference between the passenger side high circuit and the passenger side low circuit is less than 400 millivolts for 500 milliseconds |
• | You can issue a scan tool CLEAR CODES command. |
• | A history DTC will clear once 255 malfunction free ignition cycles have occurred. |
The following can cause an intermittent condition:
• | A poor connection at the inflatable restraint IP module connector. |
• | A poor connection at the SDM wiring harness connector. |
• | An open in the passenger side high circuit. |
• | An open in the passenger side low circuit. |
When measurements are requested in this table, use the J 39200 DMM with the correct terminal adapter from the J 35616 Connector Test Adapter Kit. When an inspection for proper connection is requested, refer to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems. When a wire, connector or terminal repair is requested, use the J-38125 Terminal Repair Kit and refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:
This step checks the passenger deployment loop voltage difference that was measured by the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).
This step checks to see if the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector is corroded or damaged.
This step isolates the malfunction to one side of the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector.
This step checks the SDM wiring harness connector for corrosion or damaged terminals.
This step checks to see if there is an open in the passenger side high circuit.
This step determines if there is an open in passenger side low circuit or if there is a malfunctioning SDM.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
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1 | Did you perform the SIR Diagnostic System Check? | -- | ||
Has the PASSENGER VDIF been read and recorded on the repair order? | -- | -- | ||
Are the terminals damaged or corroded? | -- | |||
4 | Replace the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way wiring harness connector. Refer to Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |
5 | Check for proper connection of the passenger side high circuit and the passenger side low circuit at the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector. Are the terminals damaged or corroded? | -- | ||
6 | Check for proper connection of the passenger side high circuit and the passenger side low circuit at the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector. Are the terminals damaged or corroded? | -- | ||
7 | Replace the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |
8 |
Is the PASSENGER VDIF less than the specified value? | 400 mV | ||
9 |
Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
Is the PASSENGER VDIF less than the specified value? | 400 mV | |||
11 |
Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
Is the SDM wiring harness connector damaged or corroded? | -- | |||
13 | Replace the SDM wiring harness connector. Refer to Connector Repairs . Is the repair complete? | -- | -- | |
14 | Check for a proper connection at the passenger side high circuit and passenger side low circuits of the SDM. Are the SDM terminals damaged or corroded? | -- | ||
15 | Check for a proper connection at the passenger side high circuit and passenger low side circuits of the SDM. Are the SDM terminals damaged or corroded? | -- | ||
16 | Replace the SDM. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement . Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |
Is the measured resistance within the specified value? | 0-0.5 ohms | |||
18 |
Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |
Use the J 39200 to measure the resistance of the passenger side low circuit between the SDM wiring harness connector and the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way wiring harness connector. Is the measured resistance within the specified value? | 0-0.5 ohms | |||
20 |
Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- | |
21 |
Did you complete the action? | -- | -- |