B223B

B223B-VEHICLE CONFIGURATION MISMATCH

For a complete wiring diagram, refer to the Wiring Information Electrical Diagrams.

- 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.





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

NOTE: Make sure the battery is fully charged.

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

Yes

- Go To 2

No

- If the DTC is stored, check for an intermittent condition. Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded terminals.
- Perform the ORC VERIFICATION TEST. Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Verification Test.

2. COMPARE STORED VINS IN THE PCM AND ORC
1. With the scan tool, read and record the VIN that is stored in the PCM.
2. With the scan tool, read and record the VIN that is stored in the ORC.

Do the VINs stored in the PCM and ORC match?

Yes

- Go To 3

No

- Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module. Make sure the PCM is replaced with the correct VIN.
- Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST. Powertrain Verification Test.

3. REPLACE THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER

WARNING: Turn the ignition off disconnect the 12-volt battery and wait two minutes before proceeding. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury.

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 serious or fatal injury.

Repair

- Replace the ORC.
- Perform the ORC VERIFICATION TEST. Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Verification Test.