B1B21-RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN SQUIB 1 CIRCUIT HIGH

For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.

When Monitored:
With the ignition on, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) monitors the voltage on the Right Curtain Squib 1 circuits.
Set Condition:
When the ORC detects voltage on the Right Curtain Squib 1 circuits.

Possible Causes

(R4) RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB 1 LINE 1 CIRCUIT OR (R2) RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB 1 LINE 2 CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY

RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG

ORC

Diagnostic Test

1.DETERMINE ACTIVE OR STORED DTC

NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.

NOTE: The scan tool, SRS Airbag Load Tool MRL 8443, and DVOM are required to perform the following test.

Is the DTC active or stored?

ORC - ACTIVE DTC

Go To 2

ORC - STORED DTC

Go To 5

2.CHECK FOR SHORTED SQUIB CIRCUITS IN RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition off, disconnect the battery and wait two minutes before proceeding.

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, do not place an intact uncoupled curtain airbag face down on a hard surface, the airbag will propel into the air if accidentally deployed.

NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition on, then reconnect the battery.

Does the scan tool display: B1B21-RIGHT SIDE CURTAIN SQUIB 1 CIRCUIT HIGH?

Yes

Go To3

Replace the Right Side Curtain Airbag in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform *ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)

3.CHECK (R4) RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB 1 LINE 1 CIRCUIT AND (R2) RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB 1 LINE 2 CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO BATTERY

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition off, disconnect the battery and wait two minutes before proceeding.

NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition on, then reconnect the battery.

Is there any voltage present on either circuit?

Yes

Repair the Right Curtain Squib 1 circuit(s) for a short to battery.
Perform *ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)

Go to 4

4.REPLACE THE ORC

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition off, disconnect the battery and wait two minutes before proceeding.

WARNING: If the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) 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 death.

Repair

Replace the ORC in accordance with the Service Information.
Perform *ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)

5.STORED ORC DTC

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition off, disconnect the battery and wait two minutes before proceeding.

WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, turn the ignition on, then reconnect the battery.

Are any ACTIVE DTCs present?

Yes

Select the appropriate diagnostic procedure from the Table of Contents in this section.

No problem found at this time. Erase all codes before returning vehicle to customer