When the ignition is turned ON, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within the Passenger Presence System (PPS). When the SDM has completed the power-up mode, the SDM will establish communication with the PPS. The SDM will increase a fault counter with each ignition cycle that a fault exists with the PPS. The SDM will lock out the PPS after a predetermined ignition cycle count maximum has been reached.

Ignition voltage is between 9-16 volts.

Important: DTC B0092 or DTC B0098 will set if the PPS has a malfunction, and has set any one of the following DTCs  023, 024, 063, 064, or 065. When DTC B0092 or DTC B0098 is present, it is important to check the PPS for any current DTC. Refer to Passenger Presence System Flash Code Procedures. If the PPS has any current DTC, address those DTC before performing this diagnostic procedure.

Any repair performed on the original PPS will not clear DTC B1530.

Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

SIR System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Important: When removing connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion in the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector.

1. Ignition ON, observe the function of the inflatable restraint passenger air bag ON and OFF indicators. The inflatable restraint passenger air bag ON and OFF indicators should illuminate.

⇒	If the inflatable restraint passenger air bag ON/OFF status indicators do not illuminate refer to Passenger Presence System Indicator Circuit Malfunction.

2. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the PPS module.
3. Test for less than 1 ohm between the ground circuit terminal 5 and ground.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance

4. Ignition ON, verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ignition circuit terminal 9 and ground.

⇒	If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ignition circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.

5. Disconnect the harness connector at the SDM.
6. Test for infinite resistance between the serial data link terminal 18 and ground.

⇒	If less than the specified range, test the serial data link for a short to ground.

7. Test for less than 1 ohm between the PPS module serial data link terminal 18 and the SDM serial data link terminal 2.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the serial data link for an open/high resistance.

8. Ignition ON, test for less than 1-volt between the PPS module serial data link terminal 18 and ground.

⇒	If greater than the specified range, test the serial data link for a short to voltage.

9. If all circuits test normal, replace the PPS module.

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.