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Object Number: 590598  Size: SF
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Power, Ground, IP MIL, SDM, IP Module, Steering Wheel Coil, STeEring Wheel Module, Seat Belt Switch and Seat Belt/Ignition Key/Lamps Alarm
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Circuit Description

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.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The IGNITION 1 voltage is within the normal operating voltage range.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • 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.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The SDM commands ON the AIR BAG warning lamp.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • 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.

Diagnostic Aids

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.

Test Description

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

  1. This step checks the passenger deployment loop voltage difference that was measured by the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM).

  2. This step checks to see if the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector is corroded or damaged.

  3. This step isolates the malfunction to one side of the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector.

  4. This step checks the SDM wiring harness connector for corrosion or damaged terminals.

  5. This step checks to see if there is an open in the passenger side high circuit.

  6. This step determines if there is an open in passenger side low circuit or if there is a malfunctioning SDM.

DTC B1017 Passenger Deployment Loop Open

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the SIR Diagnostic System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - SIR

2

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Install the scan tool.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Use the scan tool to request the SIR scan tool data list.
  5. Read and record on the repair order the passenger deployment loop voltage difference PASSENGER VDIF.

Has the PASSENGER VDIF been read and recorded on the repair order?

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Go to Step 3

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3

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and IP module yellow 2-way wiring harness connectors.
  3. Check for a proper connection of the passenger side high circuit and the passenger side low circuit at the wiring harness side of the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

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?

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Go to Step 5

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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?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 21

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?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Replace the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 21

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8

  1. Connect the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and IP module yellow 2-way wiring harness connectors.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. Use the scan tool to request the SIR scan tool data list.
  4. Read the passenger deployment loop voltage difference PASSENGER VDIF.

Is the PASSENGER VDIF less than the specified value?

400 mV

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 10

9

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Replace the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way wiring harness connector. Refer to Connector Repairs .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 21

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10

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the inflatable restraint steering wheel module coil and IP module yellow 2-way wiring harness connectors.
  3. Install the J 38715-A SIR Driver/Passenger Load Tool PASSENGER INFLATOR connector to inline connector C216 and BASE OF COLUMN connector to inline connector C215.
  4. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  5. Use the scan tool to request the SIR scan tool data list.
  6. Read the passenger deployment loop voltage difference PASSENGER VDIF.

Is the PASSENGER VDIF less than the specified value?

400 mV

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 12

11

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Replace the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 21

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12

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .
  3. Remove the J 38715-A .
  4. Check for a proper connection at the passenger side high circuit and the passenger low side circuit of the SDM wiring harness connector.

Is the SDM wiring harness connector damaged or corroded?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 15

13

Replace the SDM wiring harness connector. Refer to Connector Repairs .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Step 14

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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?

--

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 21

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?

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Go to Step 16

Go to Step 17

16

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

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 21

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17

  1. Zero the J 39200 Digital Multimeter (DMM).
  2. Use the J 39200 to measure the resistance of the passenger side high 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

Go to Step 19

Go to Step 18

18

  1. Locate an open in the passenger side high circuit.
  2. Repair the open in the passenger side high circuit.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 21

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19

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

Go to Step 16

Go to Step 20

20

  1. Locate an open in the passenger side low circuit.
  2. Repair the open in the passenger side low circuit.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 21

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21

  1. Reconnect all SIR components.
  2. Verify that all components and connectors are properly mounted.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.

Did you complete the action?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - SIR

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