B212C-IGNITION RUN/START INPUT CIRCUIT OPEN





For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Section 8W.


  • When Monitored:

    With the ignition in the Run-Start position.

  • Set Condition:

    If voltage on the (F20) Fused Ignition Switch Output (Run-Start) circuit drops below 6.0 volts.


Possible Causes
 
(F20) FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START) CIRCUIT OPEN
 
(F20) FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START) CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
 
(F944) IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN
 
OPEN IPM FUSE #29
 
OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER (ORC)
 




Diagnostic Test

1.VERIFY THAT DTC B212C IGNITION RUN/START INPUT CIRCUIT OPEN IS ACTIVE IN THE ORC.

NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.

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







Does the scan tool display active: B212C IGNITION RUN/START INPUT CIRCUIT OPEN?

Yes
  • Go To 2


No
  • Go To 7

2.INSPECT AIRBAG RUN-START FUSE





NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.



Is the Run/Start fuse open?

Yes
  • Go To 3


No
  • Go To 5

3.CHECK (F20) FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START) CIRCUIT RESISTANCE





Is the resistance below 100.0 ohms?

Yes
  • Go To4


No
  • Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the related wiring and connectors. Look for chafed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires and broken, bent, pushed out, spread, corroded, or contaminated terminals.
  • Replace Airbag Run-Start Fuse.
  • Perform *ORC VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)

4.CHECK (F20) FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START) CIRCUIT RESISTANCE WITH ORC CONNECTORS DISCONNECTED


WARNING: If the Occupant Restraint Controller 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.

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.





Is the resistance below 100.0 ohms?

Yes


No

5.CHECK (F944) IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN






Is the voltage above 6.0 volts?

Yes
  • Go To 6


No

6.CHECK (F20) FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START) CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN


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 the voltage above 6.0 volts?

Yes


No

7.TEST FOR INTERMITTENT CONDITION



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.



WARNING: To avoid personal injury or death, maintain a safe distance from all airbags while performing the following steps.







Does the scan tool display any ACTIVE DTCs?

Yes
  • Select appropriate symptom from Symptom List.


No
  • No problem found. Erase all codes before returning the vehicle to the customer.