DTC 065
DTC 065
Diagnostic Instructions
* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
DTC 065
- Sensor Circuit Out of Range
Circuit/System Description
The passenger presence system (PPS) uses a silicone filled sensor pad located underneath the passenger seat foam cushion and is connected by a hose clamp to a pressure sensor. The weight of the occupant sitting in the front passenger seat is measured as a pressure change within the bladder by the pressure sensor. The pressure sensor is a 3-wire sensor consisting of a power, ground, and signal circuit. The PPS continually monitors itself and if a fault in this circuit occurs, DTC 065 will set. When the PPS detects this DTC within the PPS, it will notify the customer of the enable/disable status by turning ON the OFF indicator on the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF indicators.
Then the PPS will communicate to the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) through a non GMLAN communications circuit that a PPS fault is present. The SDM will then set DTC B0081 indicating a problem within the PPS and will suppress the deployment of the instrument panel (I/P) module and then turn the AIR BAG indicator ON.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition voltage is between 9-16 volts.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
* The PPS detects the voltage at the PPS sensor signal is less than 0.5 volt or greater than 4.5 volts for 500 milliseconds.
* The PPS detects the voltage at the PPS sensor 5-volt reference is less than 4.5 volts or greater than 9.1 volts for 500 milliseconds.
* The PPS detects the amperage at the PPS sensor low reference is 25 ma or greater for 500 milliseconds.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
* The PPS will set a DTC, and then communicate with the SDM via non GMLAN circuit.
* The SDM will set DTC B0081.
* The SDM disables the I/P module deployment loop.
* The PPS will turn ON the passenger air bag status OFF indicator.
* The SDM commands the AIR BAG indicator ON.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTC 065 is an indication that the PPS is out of calibration or failed a rezero attempt. You cannot recalibrate the PPS. Replace the PPS after following the instructions in the Circuit/System Testing.
Circuit/System Testing
Important: When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.
* The PPS module
* The SDM module
* The PPS wiring harness connector
* The SDM wiring harness connector
1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the inflatable restraint front PPS sensor.
2. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1.0 ohm between the low reference circuit terminal C and ground.
• If not within the specified range, test the low reference circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PPS.
3. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal A and ground.
• If less than 4.8 volts, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PPS module.
• If greater than 5.2 volts, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PPS module.
4. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the PPS module.
5. Ignition OFF, test for less than 1.0 ohm between the signal circuit terminal B and ground.
• If not within the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
6. Test for less than 1.0 volt between the signal circuit terminal B and ground.
• If not within the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage.
7. Test for less than 1.0 ohm along the signal circuit terminal B to terminal 6.
• If not within the specified range, test the signal circuit for an open/high resistance.
8. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the PPS sensor.
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure. Verification Tests
* SIR/SRS Wiring Repairs