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B0098




DTC B0098

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using the diagnostic procedure.

* Review Strategy Based Diagnosis Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

* Diagnostic Procedure Instructions Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC B0098 01
- Passenger Air Bag Disable Switch Circuit Short to Battery or Open

DTC B0098 02
- Passenger Air Bag Disable Switch Circuit Short to Ground

DTC B0098 08
- Passenger Air Bag Disable Switch Circuit Signal Invalid

Diagnostic Fault Information






Circuit/System Description

The inflatable restraint I/P module disable switch enables or disables the passenger instrument panel air bag. When the ignition is turned ON, the inflatable restraint I/P module disable switch, based on the position of the switch ON or OFF, will be active to the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM). The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module will communicate to the passenger instrument panel air bag indicator to illuminate the appropriate the ON/OFF indicator as well as enable or disable the deployment of the passenger instrument panel air bag. If a malfunction is detected, a DTC will be stored.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition 1 voltage is between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

B0098 01, B0098 02, B0098 08

The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module detects the I/P module disable switch control signal circuit active or inactive for 500 milliseconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module requests the IPC to illuminate the AIRBAG indicator.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition for setting the DTC no longer exists.

* A history DTC will clear once 100 malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics [1][2]Air Bag Systems

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views 1-2 Shift Solenoid (SS) Valve (M30)

Description and Operation

SIR System Description and Operation Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing Circuit Testing

* Connector Repairs Connector Repairs

* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

* Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

Important: When removing the connectors inspect for damage or corrosion. Damage or corrosion to the following requires repair or replacement of the affected component/connector:


* Inflatable restraint I/P module disable switch


* Inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module


* Inflatable restraint I/P module wiring harness connector


* Inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module wiring harness connector


1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the inflatable restraint I/P module disable switch.

2. Ignition ON.

3. Test for 6 V to 12 V between the I/P module disable switch signal control circuit terminal D and ground.

If less than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module.

If greater than the specified range, test the control circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module.

4. Ignition OFF, test for less than 25 ohms between the I/P module disable switch ground circuit terminal A and ground.

If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module.

5. If all circuits test normal, replace the inflatable restraint I/P module disable switch.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification Verification Tests after completing the diagnostic procedure.

* SIR/SRS Wiring Repairs SIR/SRS Wiring Repairs

* Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Switch Replacement Service and Repair

* Control Module References Control Module References for inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module replacement, setup, and programming