DTC 098

Circuit Description
The Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic and Seat Belt Pretensioner Module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself when the ignition switch is turned ON. The SDM is hard-wired to the body control module (BCM) through CKT XY999. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the SDM sends fixed frequency pulses to the BCM. In the event of a collision involving air bag deployment, the SDM sends higher frequency pulses to the BCM, which in turn sends a Class 2 message to the ONSTAR module. Upon receiving the Class 2 message, the ONSTAR module transmits a deployment commanded output (DCO) signal to the service center via the vehicle's cellular telephone. The SDM monitors CKT XY999 to detect leakage currents to voltage and open circuits in the (DCO) link to the BCM. The SDM service wait time is 1 minute. Refer to ENABLE/DISABLE procedures.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
DTC 98 will set when there is a short to ground in CKT XY999.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
^ The SDM sets a DTC 98.
^ The SDM turns ON the AIR BAG warning lamp.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC
Current and History DTC codes must be cleared using a scan tool Clear DTC Information command. If the circuit fault has been successfully repaired and the conditions which caused the DTC to set are no longer existing, the DTC may be cleared using the scan tool.

Diagnostic Aids
A short to ground in CKT XY999 can cause an intermittent condition. Inspect CKT XY999 carefully for cutting and/or chafing. A careful inspection of the circuit and components indicated on the DTC 98 table is essential to make sure that the SDM and/or BCM will not be unnecessarily replaced.

Test Description
2. This step checks the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic and Seat Belt Pretensioner Module (SDM) wiring harness connector for damaged terminals or corrosion.
4. This step checks the Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic and Seat Belt Pretensioner Module (SDM) for damaged terminals or corrosion.
6. This step checks the body control module (BCM) wiring harness connector C1 for damaged terminals or corrosion.
8. This step checks the body control module (BCM) for damaged terminals or corrosion.
10. This step checks for a short to ground in CKT XY999.
12. This step determines if there is a malfunctioning BCM or if there is a malfunctioning SDM.