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Test P: DTC B2436 - Passenger's Seat Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Open

PINPOINT TEST P: DTC B2436 - PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH CIRCUIT OPEN


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Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) checks the passenger safety belt buckle switch circuits for faults. If the RCM detects an open circuit fault, it will store diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B2436 in memory and send a message to the instrument cluster module to illuminate the air bag warning indicator.

Possible Causes
A passenger safety belt buckle switch open circuit fault can be caused by:
- damaged wiring, terminals or connectors.
- a faulty passenger safety belt buckle switch.
- RCM is faulted.