Circuit Description
The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) contains a sensing device (accelerometer) that converts vehicle velocity to an electrical signal. The SDM compares this electrical signal to a value stored in memory. When the generated signal exceeds the stored value, the SDM performs additional signal processing and compares the generated signals to values stored in memory. When two of the generated signals exceed the stored values, the SDM will cause current to flow through the inflator modules, deploying the air bags and causing DTC B0051 to set.
This DTC is set when the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) has commanded an air bag deployment with no faults present.
Conditions for Running the DTC
Ignition voltage must be present to the SDM.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | The SDM detects a frontal crash, up to 30 degrees off the centerline of the vehicle, of sufficient force to warrant deployment of the frontal air bags. |
| • | The SDM detects a side impact crash of sufficient force to warrant deployment of a side air bag. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The SDM sets a DTC B0051. |
| • | The SDM commands the AIR BAG warning lamp ON via Class 2 serial data. |
| • | The SDM records crash data. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTC B0051 is a latched code. You cannot clear a latched code. Replace the SDM after following the instructions in the diagnostic table.
Test Description
The following numbers refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic table:
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If the inflator modules has not deployed, DTC B0051 may have set falsely.
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If DTC B0051 has set with no signs of impact/collision, the DTC has set falsely.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check? | -- | ||
Does the vehicle show any signs of air bags deployment? | -- | |||
Inspect the vehicle and undercarriage for signs of impact/collision. Does the vehicle show any signs of impact/collision? | -- | |||
4 | Replace the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). Refer to Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module Replacement . Did you complete the replacement? | -- | -- | |
5 | Replace all the components and perform inspections as required following an accident. Refer to Repairs and Inspections Required After a Collision . Did you complete the appropriate inspections and necessary repairs? | -- | -- | |
6 |
Did you complete the repair? | -- | -- |
