Info - Use of Alternate Connector for Driver Front Airbag Diagnostics Due to J-38715-100 Adapter Not Connecting to Vehicle harness at Steering Column Connector

Important: The current adapter can still be used for vehicles which were built with the 2-way connector. This service bulletin only applies to vehicles built with a 4-way connector.

In the current diagnostic Service Information (SI), DTC B0022, B0024, or B0026 (SI Document ID #778084), the technician is advised in Step 4 to use the J 38715-100 adapter to connect to the harness side of the steering wheel module coil connector. Recent feedback and validation has confirmed that the current adapter will not connect to the vehicle harness.

A new adapter is being developed to resolve this situation. Until the new adapter is available, technicians will have to use the connector between the driver airbag and the airbag coil for airbag diagnostic purposes.

The diagnostic procedure in SI will be updated with the new adapter information when the adapter becomes available.