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For 1990-2009 cars only

Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category

DTC Descriptors

DTC B101D 08: Signal Invalid

DTC B101D 0F: Erratic

DTC B101D 12: Below Minimum Threshold

DTC B101D 2B: Missing Reference

DTC B101D 37: Watchdog

DTC B101D 73: Pairity Failure

Circuit/System Description

When the ignition is turned ON, the passenger presence system module performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself. When the passenger presence system module has completed the power-up mode, the module will establish communication with other related modules. The module will set DTC B101D, and communicate with other related modules that an internal fault DTC has been set.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition voltage is between 9-16 V.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The passenger presence system module has detected an internal electrical malfunction.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

Passenger presence system functions are disabled.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
    • A history DTC clears after 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

SIR System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

Verify that DTC B101D is not set.

If the DTC is set, replace the K85 passenger presence system module.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for passenger presence system replacement, setup, and programming