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Tests AO: DTC B2231 - Air Bag Passenger Circuit Short to Battery Loop #2 Fault

PINPOINT TEST AO: DTC B2231 - AIR BAG PASSENGER CIRCUIT SHORT TO BATTERY LOOP #2 FAULT


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Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) checks all of the passenger air bag circuits for faults. If the RCM detects a short to voltage on a passenger air bag module squib 2 circuit, it will store diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B2231 in memory and illuminate the air bag indicator.

Fault Conditions
The RCM monitors for the following fault condition:
- Circuit short to voltage

Possible Causes
A passenger air bag module squib 2 short to voltage fault can be caused by:
- damaged wiring, terminals or connectors.
- a faulted RCM.