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Warning Lamp Circuit Shorted or Open

Name of Code:
Warning Lamp Circuit Shorted or Open

NOTE: This code becomes active and stored as soon as the malfunction is detected.

When Monitored:
With the ignition on, the ACM needs to turn the lamp on because of detection of a malfunction, or during a lamp check.

Set Condition:
With voltage and current on, the airbag warning lamp driver circuit is other than expected.

Possible Causes:
- Faulty warning lamp
- Open fused ignition switch output circuit to Information Center
- Airbag warning lamp driver circuit short to ground
- Airbag warning lamp driver circuit short to voltage
- Faulty information center printed circuit board
- Loose or poor connection at connector terminal