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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 Descriptor

DTC B1325 03: System Voltage Low Voltage

DTC B1325 07: System Voltage High Voltage

Circuit/System Description

With the ignition in either the ACC or ON positions, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) should receive a 12V power supply. DTC B1325 will set to indicate the B+ positive supplied to the SDM is below the threshold.

Conditions for Setting the DTCs

This DTC runs continuously once the following condition is met:

The supplied power to the SDM is between 9 - 16V.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

A warning lamp will illuminate.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • The condition for setting the DTC is no longer present.
    • The DTC can be cleared using a scan tool.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, wait for 30 seconds, and then disconnect the X1 harness connector at the SDM
  2. Ignition ON, verify a test lamp illuminates between the B+ circuit terminal 22 X1 and ground.
  3. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the B+ circuit for a short to ground or an open high resistance.
  4. If all circuits test normal, replace the SDM

Repair Instructions

Important: Always perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for SDM replacement, setup, and programming