Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Restraints







B223B-VEHICLE CONFIGURATION MISMATCH

- When Monitored:
With the ignition on.

- Set Condition:
The Front Control Module sends a message to the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) that the vehicle is not equipped with an Occupant Classification Module (OCM) but the ORC is receiving OCM messages over the Can B bus.





Diagnostic Test

1. VERIFY THAT DTC B223B-VEHICLE CONFIGURATION MISMATCH IS ACTIVE
Turn the ignition on.
With the scan tool, read ORC DTCs.

NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.

Does the scan tool display active: B223B-VEHICLE CONFIGURATION MISMATCH?

Yes

- Go To 2

No

- Erase DTC, see if code returns
- Perform the *AIRBAG SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.Airbag System Verification Test

2. COMPARE STORED VIN IN THE PCM AND ORC
With the scan tool in ORC select More Options select ECU Details, compare Original VIN and current VIN.
With the scan tool, read and record the VIN that is stored in the ORC.
Does the stored VIN match the current VIN?

Yes

- Go To 3

No

- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module. Ensure the PCM is replaced with the correct VIN.

3. REPLACE THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury, turn the ignition off, disconnect the battery and wait two minutes before proceeding.

WARNING: If the airbag control module is dropped at any time, it must be replaced. Failure to take the proper precautions can result in accidental airbag deployment and personal injury or.

View repair

Repair

- Replace the Occupant Restraint Controller.
- Perform the *AIRBAG SYSTEM VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.Airbag System Verification Test