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DTC 038

DTC 038

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
When the ignition switch is turned to ON, the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) will perform a turn-on test to diagnose critical malfunctions within the SDM itself.

If the SDM has been used 5 times for 5 explosions of the belt pretensioners or side air bags, the SDM should also be replaced.

CONDITIONS FOR SETTING THE DTC
The count of the belt pretensioner and side air bag explosion is over 5 in the SDM.

TEST

Steps 1-4: