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Test R: DTC B2436 - Passengers Seat Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Open

PINPOINT TEST R: DTC B2436 - PASSENGERS SEAT BELT BUCKLE SWITCH CIRCUIT OPEN

Lamp Fault Codes (LFCs)
The following LFC indicates the specific fault associated with DTC B2436:







Normal Operation
As part of the supplemental restraint system (SRS), the safety belt buckles are equipped with Hall-effect switches. The safety belt switches indicate to the restraints control module (RCM) whether the safety belts are connected (switch closed) or disconnected (switch open).

The RCM checks the passenger safety belt buckle switch circuits for faults. If the RCM detects an open fault, it will store DTC B2436 in memory, flash LFC 5-2 on the air bag warning indicator.

- DTC B2436 Passenger Seat Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Open - If the RCM detects an open circuit on the passenger safety belt buckle switch, it will set this DTC.

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- Passenger safety belt buckle switch
- RCM

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