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46-2x




SRS DTC Troubleshooting: 46-2x, 46-8x, 46-9x, 46-Ax, 46-Bx

DTC 46-2x, 46-8x, 46-9x, 46-Ax, 46-Bx ("x" can be 0 thru 9 or A thru F):

Internal Failure of the Right Side Impact Sensor (second)

NOTE:

- Before doing this troubleshooting procedure, find out if the vehicle was in a collision. If so, verify that all the required components were replaced with new components, of the correct part number, and that they were properly installed Service and Repair.
- Before doing this troubleshooting procedure review SRS Precautions and Procedures Service Precautions and General Troubleshooting Information Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
- Before replacing the SRS unit, check the SRS unit software version with the HDS. If the software version is not the latest, update the SRS unit software Testing and Inspection, and retest.

1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then wait for 10 seconds.

3. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC 46-2x, 46-8x, 46-9x, 46-Ax, or 46-Bx indicated?

YES -

Faulty right side impact sensor (second) or SRS unit; replace the right side impact sensor (second) Side Impact Sensor (Second) Replacement, then clear the DTC, and retest. If the DTC is still present, replace the SRS unit Service and Repair.

NO -

Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Go to Troubleshooting Intermittent Failures. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview If another DTC is indicated, troubleshoot the DTC.