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B223D

DTC B223D: OCM (Occupant Classification-ECU) DTC Present

CAUTION: If DTC B223D is set in the SRS-ECU, always diagnose the CAN main bus line.

DTC SET CONDITION
It is set if a DTC occurs in the occupant classification-ECU.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
- Malfunction of the SRS-ECU
- Malfunction of the occupant classification-ECU

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tool:
- MB991958 Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
- MB991824: Vehicle 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." How To Connect The Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III)
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.

STEP 2. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.

Check that the DTC is set in the occupant classification-ECU.

Q: Is the DTC set?

YES: Diagnose the occupant classification-ECU. Diagnostic Trouble Code Descriptions Then go to Step 3.

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.