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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic and seat belt pretensioner module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself . The SDM monitors the firing loops to detect leakage currents to ground and system voltage in the air bag inflator module and seat belt pretensioner circuits. The deployment loop resistances are measured to ensure they are within their respective normal resistance ranges. The SDM then goes into a Continouos Monitoring mode. The SDM service wait time is 1 minute. Refer to the ENABLE/DISABLE procedures.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The SDM is installed in the vehicle in a unconfigured state. A replacement SDM must be programmed by the technician using a scan tool. This malfunction is detected immediately when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The SDM sets a DTC 52.
    • The SDM turns ON the AIR BAG warning lamp.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

Using the scan tool to configure the SDM will clear DTC 52.

Test Description

An example test description follows:

  1. This step checks to see if the SDM is properly configured.

  2. This step programs the SDM.

DTC 52 SDM Not Configured

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Was the SIR Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to SIR Diagnostic System Check

2

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Install the scan tool.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
  4. Use the scan tool to request the SIR data list display.

Does the SDM Configuration show the specified value?

SDM Not Config.

Go to Step 3

Go to Sensing and Diagnostic Module Integrity Check

3

  1. DTC 52 indicates that the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic and seat belt pretensioner module (SDM) is not programmed for use in this vehicle.
  2. Use the scan tool to select the PROGRAMMING SDM function from the SIR main menu.
  3. Follow the instructions displayed on the scan tool in order to program the SDM.

Is the SDM programming procedure complete?

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Go to SIR Diagnostic System Check

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