Passenger Side Airbag Circuit Open
The airbag circuit for the passenger side is detected as open.
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What it means (plain English)
The computer sees that the passenger airbag system is disconnected or has a wiring issue, which means it won't deploy in a crash.
What the computer is actually seeing
The airbag control module (ACM) monitors resistance in the passenger airbag circuit. If it's above a certain threshold (typically over 5 ohms indicates an open circuit), it triggers this code.
What a healthy reading looks like
Resistance should be between 1-5 ohms across the airbag circuit when connected and functional.
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. Check the wiring and connectors for the passenger airbag; look for visible damage or disconnections. Decision Point: Are there any issues? If yes, repair them and retest. If no, proceed to step 2.
- 22. Measure resistance across the airbag connector. Expected value: 1-5 ohms. Decision Point: Is the resistance within range? If yes, move to step 3. If no, repair or replace wiring as necessary.
- 33. Inspect the airbag module itself. Check for obvious damage indicating previous deployment or impact. Decision Point: Is the module damaged? If yes, replace the airbag module. If no, consider module replacement if previous steps didn’t resolve the issue.
Common causes
- Open circuit due to damaged wiring
- Disconnected airbag connector
- Faulty airbag module
- Instrument panel damage from an accident
Typical repair cost
$$$
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Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to drive with this code present?
No, the passenger airbag won't deploy in an accident, which is a safety risk.
Will this problem come back after clearing?
If the underlying cause isn’t fixed, the code will return.
Why does it sometimes pair with code B1014?
B1014 indicates a similar issue on the driver side airbag, often related to overall airbag system integrity.
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