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B100C






B100C PASSENGER SEAT BELT SWITCH PLAUSIBILITY

- When Monitored: Ignition on.The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the Passenger Seat Belt Switch Sense circuit anytime the ignition is on.

- Set Condition: The ORC has a defective firing table and is configured incorrectly.





Diagnostic Test

1. WITH THE SCAN TOOL, READ DTCs

NOTE: When reconnecting the Airbag System components, the ignition must be turned off and the battery must be disconnected.

NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.

Turn the ignition on.

With the Scan Tool, select ACTIVE or STORED DTCs.

Is the DTC ACTIVE?

Yes

- Replace the ORC.

No

- Go to 2

2. WITH THE SCAN TOOL, READ DTCs

NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.

With the Scan Tool, record and erase all Restraint System DTCs.

All active codes must be resolved before diagnosing any stored codes.

Maintain a safe distance from all airbags while performing the following steps.

With the Scan Tool, monitor active codes as you work through the system.

NOTE: Read the DTCs with the Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch in both switch positions.

Wiggle the wiring harness and connectors of the appropriate airbag system and rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop.

NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.

You have just attempted to simulate the condition that initially set the trouble code message.

The following additional checks may assist you in identifying a possible intermittent problem:
- Visually inspect related wire harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed out, spread, corroded or contaminated terminals.
- Visually inspect the related harnesses. Look for chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wire.
- Refer to any Wiring Diagrams that may apply.

Did the DTC become ACTIVE?

Yes

- Go to 1

No

- The condition that caused this DTC to set is currently not present.
- Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST. Airbag System Verification Test