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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

This DTC identifies a malfunction within the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) power stages.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTCs:

DTC 0247 Driver Belt Pretensioner Circuit Power Stage Error

DTC 0247 Driver Deployment Loop Circuit Power Stage Error

DTC 0247 Passenger Belt Pretensioner Circuit Power Stage Error

DTC 0247 Passenger Deployment Loop Circuit Power Stage Error

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition voltage is within the normal operating voltage range.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

A deployment loop malfunction exists.

An internal SDM malfunction exists.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The SDM commands the AIR BAG indicator ON.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists and the scan tool Clear DTCs function is used.

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: SIR Schematics

Connector End View Reference: SIR Connector End Views

1

Did you perform a Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

Are other DTCs current or history set in addition to 0247?

Go to applicable DTC

Go to Step 3

3

Replace the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 4

 

4

  1. Reconnect all SIR components.
  2. Verify that all components, connectors and connector position assurances (CPAs) are properly mounted.
  3. Use the scan tool in order to clear DTCs.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC, as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK