airbag off MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2006 Workshop Manual

Symptom:
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO BATTERY
When Monitored and Set Condition:
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO BATTERY
When Monitored: With the ignition on, the ACM monitors the voltage on the Passenger
Squib 1 circuits.
Set Condition: When the ACM detects voltage on the Passenger Squib 1 circuits.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
PAB SQUIB 1 CIRCUITS SHORT TO BATTERY
PAB SQUIB 1 LINE 1 OR LINE 2 SHORT TO BATTERY
ACM, PAB SQUIB 1 CIRCUIT SHORT TO BATTERY
STORED CODE OR INTERMITTENT CONDITION
ACTIVE CODE PRESENT
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition on.
NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.
NOTE: For the purpose of this test, the AECM and ORC modules will be
referred to as an ACM.
SELECT ACTIVE or STORED DTC:All
ACM - ACTIVE DTC
Go To 2
ACM - STORED DTC
Go To 5
NOTE: When reconnecting Airbag system components, the ignition must be
turned off and the battery must be disconnected.
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AIRBAG

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
2WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, DISCONNECT THE
BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING.
Disconnect the Passenger Airbag connector(s).
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
WARNING: IF THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IS DROPPED AT ANY
TIME, IT MUST BE REPLACED. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool to the Passenger Airbag connector(s).
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, THE IGNITION ON,
THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
With the DRBIIIt, read the active Airbag Control Module DTC's.
Does the DRBIIItshow PASSENGER SQUIB 1 CIRCUIT SHORT TO BATTERY?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Replace Passenger Airbag in accordance with the Service Infor-
mation.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
3WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BE-
FORE PROCEEDING.
Disconnect the Load Tool from the Passenger Airbag connector(s).
Disconnect the Airbag Control Module connector(s).
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool Adaptor to the Airbag Control Module connec-
tor(s).
WARNING: AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN IGNITION ON,
THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
Measure the voltage on the Passenger Squib 1 Line 1 and Line 2 circuits between the
Passenger Airbag connector and ground.
Is there any voltage present?All
Ye s!Repair Passenger Squib 1 Line 1 or Line 2 circuit short to battery.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
4WARNING: IF THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IS DROPPED AT ANY
TIME, IT MUST BE REPLACED. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.All
Repair:
Replace the Airbag Control Module in accordance with Service
Instructions.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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AIRBAG
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO BATTERY ÐContinued

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
5 With the DRBIIIt, record and erase all DTC's from all Airbag modules.
If equipped with Passenger Airbag On - Off switch, read the DTC's in all switch
positions.
If any ACTIVE codes are present they must be resolved before diagnosing any stored
codes.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BE-
FORE PROCEEDING.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Look for chaffed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires and broken, bent, pushed
out, spread, corroded, or contaminated terminals.
The following additional checks may assist you in identifying a possible intermittent
problem.
Reconnect any disconnected components and harness connector.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION ON, THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
With the DRBIIItmonitor active codes as you work through the following steps.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, MAINTAIN A SAFE
DISTANCE FROM ALL AIRBAGS WHILE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING
STEPS.
Wiggle the wiring harness and connectors of the related airbag circuit or component.
If codes are related to the Driver circuits, rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop.
You have just attempted to simulate the condition that initially set the trouble code
message.
Did the DTC become active?All
Ye s!Select appropriate symptom from Symptom List.
No!No problem found at this time. Erase all codes before returning
vehicle to customer.
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AIRBAG
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO BATTERY ÐContinued

Symptom:
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND
When Monitored and Set Condition:
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND
When Monitored: With the ignition on, the ACM monitors the resistance of the Passenger
Squib 1 circuits.
Set Condition: When the ACM detects a short to ground in either Passenger Squib 1
circuits.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
PAB SQUIB 1 CIRCUITS SHORT TO GROUND
PAB SQUIB 1 LINE 1 OR LINE 2 SHORT TO GROUND
ACM, PAB SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND
STORED CODE OR INTERMITTENT CONDITION
ACTIVE CODE PRESENT
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition on.
NOTE: Ensure the battery is fully charged.
NOTE: For the purpose of this test, the AECM and ORC modules will be
referred to as an ACM.
SELECT ACTIVE or STORED DTC:All
ACM - ACTIVE DTC
Go To 2
ACM - STORED DTC
Go To 5
NOTE: When reconnecting Airbag system components, the ignition must be
turned off and the battery must be disconnected.
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AIRBAG

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
2WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BE-
FORE PROCEEDING.
Disconnect the Passenger Airbag connector(s).
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean and repair as necessary.
WARNING: DO NOT PLACE AN INTACT UNDEPLOYED AIRBAG FACE
DOWN ON A HARD SURFACE, THE AIRBAG WILL PROPEL INTO THE AIR
IF ACCIDENTALLY DEPLOYED, AND COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS OR
FATAL INJURY.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool to the Passenger Airbag connector(s).
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION ON, THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
With the DRBIIIt, read the active Airbag Control Module DTC's.
Does the DRBIIItshow PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Replace the Passenger Airbag in accordance with the Service
Information.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
3WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BE-
FORE PROCEEDING.
Disconnect the Load Tool from the Passenger Airbag connector(s).
Disconnect the Airbag Control Module connector(s).
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean repair as necessary.
Connect the appropriate Load Tool Adaptor to the Airbag Control Module connector.
Measure the resistance of the Passenger Squib 1 Line 1 or Line 2 circuit between the
Passenger Airbag Module Connector and ground.
Is the resistance below 10K ohms on either circuit?All
Ye s!Repair Passenger Squib 1 Line 1 and Line 2 circuits for a short to
ground.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
4WARNING: IF THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE IS DROPPED AT ANY
TIME, IT MUST BE REPLACED. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
If there are no possible causes remaining, view repair.All
Repair:
Replace the Airbag Control Module in accordance with Service
Information.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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AIRBAG
PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND ÐContinued

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
5 With the DRBIIIt, record and erase all DTC's from all Airbag modules.
If equipped with Passenger Airbag On - Off switch, read the DTC's in all switch
positions.
If any ACTIVE codes are present they must be resolved before diagnosing any stored
codes.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND WAIT TWO MINUTES BE-
FORE PROCEEDING.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Look for chaffed, pierced, pinched, or partially broken wires and broken, bent, pushed
out, spread, corroded, or contaminated terminals.
The following additional checks may assist you in identifying a possible intermittent
problem.
Reconnect any disconnected components and harness connector.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, TURN THE IGNI-
TION ON, THEN RECONNECT THE BATTERY.
With the DRBIIItmonitor active codes as you work through the following steps.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH, MAINTAIN A SAFE
DISTANCE FROM ALL AIRBAGS WHILE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING
STEPS.
Wiggle the wiring harness and connectors of the related airbag circuit or component.
If codes are related to the Driver circuits, rotate the steering wheel from stop to stop.
You have just attempted to simulate the condition that initially set the trouble code
message.
Did the DTC become active?All
Ye s!Select appropriate symptom from Symptom List.
No!No problem found at this time. Erase all codes before returning
vehicle to customer.
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PASSENGER SQUIB 1 SHORT TO GROUND ÐContinued

Symptom:
*AIRBAG WARNING INDICATOR FLASHING
POSSIBLE CAUSES
INITIALIZE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
ACTIVE CODE PRESENT
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Erase all DTCs.
Cycle the ignition switch OFF then to ON.
With the DRBIIIt, read the active and stored DTCs.
Are all DTC8s erased?All
Ye s!With the DRBIIIt, perform Airbag Control Module initialization
to configure the ACM for this vehicle.
Perform AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Select appropriate symptom from Symptom List.
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AIRBAG

Symptom:
*NO RESPONSE FROM AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CHECK POWERS AND GROUNDS TO THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
K-ACM CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
K-ACM CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE
K-ACM CIRCUIT OPEN
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1WARNING: TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND
WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Disconnect the Airbag Control Module harness connector.
Check each power and ground circuit to the module.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Refer to the wiring diagrams located in the service information to
help isolate an open or shorted condition. Repair as necessary.
Perform __AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 2
2WARNING: TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND
WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Disconnect the ACM harness connector.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Measure the resistance between ground and the K-ACM circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the K-ACM circuit for a short to ground.
Perform __AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 3
3WARNING: TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND
WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Disconnect the ACM harness connector.
Turn the ignition on.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, probe the K-ACM circuit.
NOTE: The test light must illuminate brightly. Compare the brightness to
that of a direct connection to the battery.
Does the test light illuminate brightly?All
Ye s!Repair the K-ACM circuit for a short to voltage.
Perform __AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
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COMMUNICATION

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
4WARNING: TURN THE IGNITION OFF, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND
WAIT TWO MINUTES BEFORE PROCEEDING. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Disconnect the ACM harness connector.
Disconnect the DRBIIItfrom the DLC.
Measure the resistance of the K-ACM circuit between the ACM connector and the
DLC.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Replace the Airbag Control Module in accordance with the Service
Information.
Perform __AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Repair the K-ACM circuit for an open.
Perform __AIRBAG VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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*NO RESPONSE FROM AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE ÐContinued

Symptom:
SRS INDICATOR LAMP FAILURE
POSSIBLE CAUSES
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 If this fault is present, interrogate the Airbag Control Module for any SRS Indicator
faults.
NOTE: The Instrument Cluster performs internal tests on the indicators
during each ignition cycle.
With the DRBIIIt, erase DTCs.
Turn the ignition off, wait 10 seconds, then turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, read DTCs.
Does the DRBIIItread: SRS Indicator Lamp Failure?All
Ye s!Replace the Instrument Cluster in accordance with the Service
Information.
Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Test Complete.
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