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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Cavalier 🢒 Restraints 🢒 SIR 🢒 DTC B1015 Passenger Deploy. Loop Resistance High

Object Number: 200959 Size: SF
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Circuit Description

When you first turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself. Next the SDM measures IGNITION 1 and the deployment loop voltages to make sure they are within their respective normal voltage ranges. Then the SDM proceeds with the RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT test. During one portion of the RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT test, the SDM does the following:

    • Grounds the PASSENGER SIDE LOW terminal 4 through an internal current sink.
    • Connects the PASSENGER SIDE HIGH terminal 1 to an internal constant current source. This current produces proportional voltage drops in the deployment loop.
    • Measures the voltage difference between PASSENGER SIDE HIGH and PASSENGER SIDE LOW.
    • Calculates the resistance of the passenger deployment loop using the measured voltage.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
    • The driver and passenger deployment loops are not open.
    • The driver and passenger deployment loops are not shorted to voltage.
    • The passenger deployment loop is not shorted to ground.
    • The passenger deployment loop resistance is more than 3.0 ohms. The passenger deployment loop consists of the following components:
       - Inflatable restraint IP module.
       - Harness wiring of CKT 1403.
       - Harness wiring of CKT 1404.
       - Connector terminal contact.

The RESISTANCE MEASUREMENT test checks for this malfunction. This test only occurs once each ignition cycle when IGNITION 1 is within the normal operating voltage range.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
    • The SDM sets a Diagnostic Trouble Code.
    • The SDM turns ON the AIR BAG warning lamp.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
    • Current DTC
        The resistance of the passenger deployment loop is less than 3.0 ohms and the ignition switch is cycled.
    • History DTC
       - You issue a scan tool CLEAR CODES command.
       - Once 250 malfunction free ignition cycles have occurred.

When you issue a scan tool CLEAR CODES command and the malfunction is still present, the DTC will not reappear until the next ignition cycle.

Diagnostic Aids

A poor connection can cause an intermittent condition. Check the following for a poor connection:

    • The inflatable restraint IP module harness connector terminals A and B.
    • The SDM terminals 1 and 4.
    • The wire to terminal connections in CKT 1403.
    • The wire to terminal connections in CKT 1404.

The diagnostic table directs the technician to note the entry value of PASSENGER RESISTANCE. Comparing the value of PASSENGER RESISTANCE over multiple ignition cycles can be helpful in determining if an intermittent condition exists.

When measurements are requested in this table, use the J 39200 DMM with the correct terminal adapter from the J 35616 Connector Test Adapter Kit. When an inspection for proper connection is requested, refer to Testing for Electrical Intermittents in Wiring Systems. When a wire, connector or terminal repair is requested, use the J-38125 Terminal Repair Kit and refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:

  1. This test determines the deployment loop resistance measured by the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM).

    2.

  2. This test checks for proper contact or corrosion of the yellow 2-way connector.

    3.

  3. This test isolates the malfunction to one side of the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way connector.

    4.

  4. This test checks for proper contact or corrosion of the inflatable restraint IP module jumper connector.

    5.

  5. This test determines whether the malfunction is due to the inflatable restraint IP module or the module jumper.

    6.

  6. This test checks for proper contact or corrosion of the SDM connector.

    7.

  7. This test determines whether the malfunction is in CKT 1403.

    8.

  8. This test determines whether the malfunction is in CKT 1404.

DTC B1015 Passenger Deploy. Loop Resistance High

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. Connect a scan tool to the DLC.
  3. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  4. Request the SIR data list display.
  5. Read and record on the repair order the passenger deployment loop resistance PASSENGER RESISTANCE.

Has the PASSENGER RESISTANCE been read and recorded on the repair order?

--

Go to Step 3

--

3

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the inflatable restraint steering wheel and IP module yellow 2-way connectors located near the base of the steering column.
  3. Check for proper connection at terminals A and B on the IP harness side of the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way jumper connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 6

4

Replace the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way IP harness connector. Refer to Wiring Repair .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 5

--

5

Check for proper connection at terminals A and B on the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way jumper connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 28

6

Check for proper connection at terminals A and B on the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way jumper connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 8

7

Repair the inflatable restraint IP module jumper harness. Refer to Wiring Repair .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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8
  1. Reconnect the yellow 2-way connectors located near the base of the steering column.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  3. Using the scan tool, request the SIR data list display.
  4. Read the passenger deployment loop resistance PASSENGER RESISTANCE.

Is the passenger resistance more than the specified value?

3.0 ohms

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 9

9
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Replace the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way IP harness connector. Refer to Wiring Repair .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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10

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the yellow 2-way connectors located near the base of the steering column.
  3. Connect the J 38715-A SIR Driver/Passenger Load Tool to the harness connectors.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  5. Using the scan tool, request the data list display.
  6. Read the passenger deployment loop resistance PASSENGER RESISTANCE.

Is the passenger resistance more than the specified value?

3.0 ohms

Go to Step 19

Go to Step 11

11

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the inflatable restraint IP module pigtail connector at the module jumper.
  3. Check for proper connection at terminals A and B of the 2-way jumper connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 14

12

Repair the inflatable restraint IP module jumper harness. Refer to Wiring Repair .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 13

--

13

Check for proper connection at terminals A and B on the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way pigtail connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 28

14

Check for proper connection at terminals A and B on the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way pigtail connector.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 16

15

Replace the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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16

  1. Disconnect the inflatable restraint IP module jumper harness connector from the J 38715-A .
  2. Connect the connector to the jumper harness.
  3. Connect J 38715-A to the inflatable restraint IP module side of the jumper.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position.
  5. Using the scan tool, request the SIR data list display.
  6. Read the passenger deployment loop resistance PASSENGER RESISTANCE.

Is the passenger resistance more than the specified value?

3.0 ohms

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 18

17
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Repair the high resistance condition in the inflatable restraint IP module jumper harness. Refer to Wiring Repair .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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18
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Replace the inflatable restraint IP module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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19

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Disconnect the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .
  3. Disconnect the J 38715-A .
  4. Check for proper connection at terminals 1 and 4 on the SDM harness connector.

Is the harness connector damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 22

20

Replace the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) harness connector. Refer to Wiring Repair .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 21

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21

Check for proper connection at terminals 1 and 4 on the SDM.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 23

Go to Step 28

22

Check for proper connection at terminals 1 and 4 on the SDM.

Are the terminals damaged or corroded?

--

Go to Step 23

Go to Step 24

23

Replace the inflatable restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement .

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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24

  1. Zero the J 39200 Digital Multimeter.
  2. Measure the resistance from the SDM harness connector terminal 1 to the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way harness connector terminal A.

Is the resistance reading within the specified values?

0-0.5 ohms

Go to Step 26

Go to Step 25

25

Repair the high resistance condition in CKT 1403.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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26

  1. Zero the J 39200 .
  2. Measure the resistance from the SDM harness connector terminal 4 to the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way harness connector terminal B.

Is the resistance reading within the specified values?

0-0.5 ohms

Go to Sensing and Diagnostic Module Integrity Check

Go to Step 27

27

Repair the high resistance condition in CKT 1404.

Are the repairs complete?

--

Go to Step 28

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28

Reconnect all the SIR components, make sure all the components are properly mounted.

Have all the SIR components been reconnected and properly mounted?

--

Go to Step 29

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29

Clear all the SIR DTCs.

Have all the DTCs been cleared?

--

Go to SIR Diagnostic System Check

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