B0098

DTC B0098

Diagnostic Instructions

* Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle (Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle) prior to using this 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
- Passenger Presence System Configuration Error

Diagnostic Fault Information





Circuit/System Description

When the ignition is turned ON, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) performs tests to diagnose critical malfunctions within itself. When the SDM has completed the power-up mode, the SDM will establish communication with the passenger presence system (PPS). The PPS will respond by illuminating both the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF indicators for 5 seconds. The SDM will transmit a request message to the PPS to receive the PPS verification ID. The PPS will transmit the verification ID to the SDM and the SDM will compare the ID received to data stored in memory. If the data stored in memory does not match the information transmitted by the PPS, the SDM will set DTC B0098 and illuminate the AIR BAG indicator. The PPS will set DTC 064 and request the SDM to disable the instrument panel (I/P) module deployment loop.

Conditions for Running the DTC

Ignition voltage is between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

* The PPS has a current fault.
* The PPS fault counter in the SDM has reached 127 counts.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

* The SDM disables the I/P module deployment loop.
* The SDM requests the instrument panel cluster (IPC) to illuminate the AIR BAG indicator.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

* The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
* The scan tool CLEAR DTC command has been issued.
* A history DTC will clear once 255 malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Diagnostic Aids

Important: DTC B0098 will also set if the PPS has a current malfunction and has set DTC 064. The SDM will set DTC B0098 as current and command the AIR BAG indictor ON. This is done to notify the driver of any PPS malfunctions. When DTC B0098 is present it is important to check the PPS for any current DTCs. Refer to Passenger Presence System Flash Code Procedures (Component Tests and General Diagnostics). If the PPS has any current DTCs, address these before performing this DTC chart.


DTC B0098 is an indication that the SDM has received an incorrect PPS verification ID. The SDM will continue to request the verification ID from the PPS for 5 seconds. If the SDM does not receive the correct verification ID from the PPS within 5 seconds, the SDM will set DTC B0098 as current, illuminate the AIR BAG indicator, and disable the I/P module deployment loop. If either the SDM or PPS were replaced, make sure the correct part numbers were used for the vehicle application.

Reference Information
Schematic Reference

SIR Schematics ([1][2]Air Bag Systems)
Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views (Connector End Views By Name)
Electrical Information Reference

* Circuit Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Connector Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

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


* PPS module

* SDM module

* PPS wiring harness connector

* SDM wiring harness connector


1. Check to see if the PPS was replaced. Verify the correct PPS was installed.

• If the wrong PPS was installed, replace with the correct PPS.

2. Check to see if the SDM was replaced. Verify the correct SDM was installed.

• If the wrong SDM was installed, replace with the correct SDM.

3. Check to see if DTC B1001 is set. Verify DTC B1001 is not set.

• If DTC B1001 is current, refer to.

4. Replace the PPS. Ignition ON, use the scan tool to clear the DTCs then recheck for DTC B0098. Verify DTC B0098 does not set.

• If DTC B0098 resets then replace the SDM.

Repair Instructions

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

* SIR/SRS Wiring Repairs (Component Tests and General Diagnostics)
* Control Module References (Programming and Relearning) for PPS and SDM replacement, setup, and programming