Passenger Side Airbag Circuit Open
The airbag system has detected an open circuit in the passenger side airbag system.
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What it means (plain English)
The system is telling you that the wiring or connection for the passenger airbag is broken, so it won’t deploy in a crash.
What the computer is actually seeing
The airbag control module monitors the resistance in the airbag circuit. If it detects a resistance greater than 5 ohms (which means open circuit), it triggers this fault code.
What a healthy reading looks like
Resistance in the airbag circuit should be between 2 and 5 ohms when intact.
Guided diagnostic — the DiagCoach way
Don't just throw parts at it. Walk through these in order — each step tells you whether to keep going or stop and fix what you found.
- 11. Inspect the passenger airbag connector for signs of damage or corrosion. If damaged, repair or replace it. Decision: Is the connector damaged? (Yes: Repair/Replace, No: Go to next step)
- 22. Check the continuity of the wiring between the airbag connector and the airbag module. Use a multimeter to measure resistance. Decision: Is the resistance 2-5 ohms? (Yes: Go to next step, No: Repair wiring)
- 33. Verify the airbag module is functioning correctly by checking for other codes or performing a module self-test (if available). Decision: Is the module functioning? (Yes: Code is likely intermittent, No: Replace module)
Common causes
- Open wiring in the airbag circuit
- Faulty airbag connector
- Defective airbag module
- Corroded terminals
Typical repair cost
$$$
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Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to drive with this code?
It's not safe as the airbag won't deploy in an accident, fix it as soon as possible.
Will this code come back after clearing it?
It may return if the underlying issue isn't resolved, like damaged wiring or connectors.
Why does this code pair with other airbag codes?
Codes can be related due to shared wiring or components in the airbag system.
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