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B1BAA

DTC B1BAA: Occupant Classification-ECU Configuration Mismatch

CAUTION:
- If the DTC B1BAA is set, diagnose the CAN main bus lines.
- When replacing the ECU, always check that the communication circuit is normal.


DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
If the information data and coding data on occupant classification-ECU do not suit. The SRS-ECU sets the DTC B1BAA

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
- The CAN bus line may be defective
- The ETACS-ECU may be defective
- The SRS-ECU may be defective

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tools:
- MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: Vehicles Communication Interface (V.C.I.)
- MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
- MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A (Vehicles with CAN communication system)

STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus line






CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.

1. Connect scan tool MB991958. Refer to "How to connect the scan tool." Scan Tool Connecting
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Diagnose the CAN bus line.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is the CAN bus line found to be normal?

YES: Go to Step 2.

NO: Repair the CAN bus line (Refer to Controller Area Network, Diagnosis).

STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991958, read the ETACS-ECU diagnostic trouble code

Check if DTC is set to the ETACS-ECU.

Q: Is the DTC set?

YES: Diagnose the ETACS-ECU.

NO: Go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.

Check again if the DTC is set to the SRS-ECU.

1. Erase the DTC.
2. Turn the ignition switch from "LOCK" (OFF) position to "ON" position.
3. Check if DTC is set.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is the DTC set?

YES: Replace the SRS-ECU.

NO: There is an intermittent malfunction such as poor engaged connector(s) or open circuit (Refer to general (Body and Chassis), How to use Troubleshooting/inspection Service Points).