Pinpoint Test 10: DTC B2434 - Drivers Seat Belt Buckle Switch Short To Ground
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PINPOINT TEST 10: DTC B2434 - DRIVERS SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH SHORT TO GROUND
Normal Operation
The restraints control module (RCM) monitors the driver safety belt buckle switch circuits for faults. If the RCM detects a short to ground fault, it will store DTC B2434 in memory and send a message to the instrument cluster module to illuminate the air bag warning indicator.
- DTC B2434 Drivers Seat Belt Buckle Switch Short to Ground - If the RCM detects a short to ground on the driver safety belt buckle circuit, it will set this DTC.
Possible Causes
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Driver safety belt buckle assembly
- RCM
Diagnostic Procedures
WARNING: Always wear eye protection when servicing a vehicle. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not handle, move or change the original horizontal mounting position of the restraints control module (RCM) while the RCM is connected and the ignition switch is ON. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the safety canopy and cause serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on air bag, safety canopy or side air curtain modules. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of these modules, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on safety belt buckle/retractor pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the safety belt pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when taking measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
NOTE: The supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test.
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