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The sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) scan tool data list contains all the restraint system related parameters that are available on the scan tool. The parameters in the list are arranged in alphabetical order.

Use the SDM scan tool data list as directed by a diagnostic table or in order to supplement the diagnostic procedures. Begin all of the diagnostic procedures with the Diagnostic System Check - SIR. Use the SDM scan tool data list after the following is determined:

    • There is no published diagnostic trouble code (DTC) procedure nor published symptom procedure for the customer concern
    • The DTC or symptom diagnostic procedure indicated by the diagnostic system check does not resolve the customer concern

The typical data values are obtained from a properly operating vehicle under the conditions specified in the second row of the scan tool data list table. Comparison of the parameter values from the suspect vehicle with the typical data values may reveal the source of the customer concern.

Parameter

Operating Conditions

Expected Value

Definition

Ignition is ON, engine OFF, and vehicle is stationary

Backup System Power Mode

Backup system power mode activated

Enable

This parameter displays the status of the Backup System Power Mode

Backup system power mode deactivated

Disable

Driver Air Bag Stage 1 Squib

--

2.6 - 3.3 Ohms

The scan tool displays 2.6 - 3.3 Ohms. This is the resistance of the driver air bag stage 1 squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Driver Air Bag Stage 2 Squib

--

2.6 - 3.3 Ohms

The scan tool displays 2.6 - 3.3 Ohms. This is the resistance of the driver air bag stage 2 squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Driver EFS Status

--

Okay

The scan tool displays Okay or Not Okay. This is the current status of the Driver EFS.

--

Not Okay

Driver Seat Position Sensor Status

--

Okay

The scan tool displays Okay or Not Okay. This is the current status of the Driver Seat Position Sensor.

--

Not Okay

Driver Curtain Air Bag Squib

--

1.9 - 2.6 Ohms

The scan tool displays 1.9 - 2.6 Ohms. This is the resistance of the driver curtain air bag squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Driver Pretensioner Circuit

--

2.6 - 3.3 Ohms

The scan tool displays 2.6 - 3.3 Ohms. This is the resistance of the driver pretensioner circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Driver Seat Belt Status

Seat belt buckled

Buckled

The scan tool displays whether the driver seat belt is Buckled or Not Buckled.

Seat belt unbuckled

Not Buckled

Driver Side Air Bag Squib

--

2.6 - 3.3 Ohms

The scan tool displays 2.6 - 3.3 Ohms. This is the resistance of the driver side air bag squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Driver SIS Status

--

Okay

The scan tool displays Okay or Not Okay. This is the current status of the Driver SIS.

--

Not Okay

Passenger Air Bag Stage 1 Squib

--

1.9 - 2.6 Ohms

The scan tool displays 1.9 - 2.6 Ohms. This is the resistance of the passenger air bag stage 1 squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Passenger Air Bag Stage 2 Squib

--

1.9 - 2.6 Ohms

The scan tool displays 1.9 - 2.6 Ohms. This is the resistance of the passenger air bag stage 2 squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Passenger Curtain Air Bag Squib

--

2.6 - 3.3 Ohms

The scan tool displays 2.6 - 3.3 Ohms. This is the resistance of the passenger curtain air bag squib circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Passenger EFS Status

--

Okay

The scan tool displays Okay or Not Okay. This is the current status of the Passenger EFS.

--

Not Okay

Passenger Pretensioner Circuit

--

1.9 - 2.6 Ohms

The scan tool displays 1.9 - 2.6 Ohms. This is the resistance of the passenger pretensioner circuit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Passenger Side Air Bag Squib

--

1.9 - 2.6 Ohms

The scan tool displays 1.9 - 2.6 Ohms. This is the resistance of the passenger side air bag squib ciruit as interpreted by the Sensing and Diagnostic Module.

Passenger SIS Status

--

Okay

The scan tool displays Okay or Not Okay. This is the current status of the Passenger SIS.

--

Not Okay

Primary Key Status

--

Valid

The scan tool displays if there is a passenger airbag suppression device used on this vehicle and if so, whether it is has an automatic, manual key switch or both.

--

Invalid

Received Primary Key

--

4711

The scan tool displays what the BCM is sending out as the primary key. The SDM then compares it to what it has stored. This should match the SDM Primary Key.

Run/Crank Signal

Ignition is in RUN/CRANK position

Active

The scan tool displays the current power mode of the SDM.

Ignition is in OFF/ACC position

Inactive

Seat Position Driver

Seat positioned toward the rear of the cabin

Rearward

The scan tool displays Rearward or Forward. This is the positional state of the drive seat.

Seat positioned close to the steering wheel

Forward

Secondary Key Status

--

Valid

The scan tool displays whether the Secondary Key is valid or invalid. This determines if the VIN stored in SDM memory matches what is stored in the BCM.

--

Invalid

System Power Mode

Ignition is in OFF position

Off

This scan tool displays the current position of the ignition cycle.

Ignition is in ACC position

Accessory

Ignition is in RUN position

Run

Ignition is in CRANK position

Crank

VIN Digit 2 - 5

--

Vehicle Dependant

The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 2 though 5 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.

VIN Digit 6 - 8

--

Vehicle Dependant

The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 6 through 8 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.

VIN Digit 9 - 12

--

Vehicle Dependant

The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 9 through 12 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.

VIN Digit 13 - 15

--

Vehicle Dependant

The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 13 through 15 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.

VIN Digit 16 - 17

--

Vehicle Dependant

The scan tool displays the Secondary Key which includes digits 16 and 17 of the VIN that the BCM sends to the SDM.

Warning Indicator

SRS warning indicator activated

On

The scan tool displays whether the SRS warning indicator has been requested ON or OFF

SRS warning indicator deactivated

Off