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DTC B1423: Side-airbag module (RH) (squib) system (shorted to squib circuit power supply)
 
 
cautionIf the DTC B1423 is stored to SRS-ECU, be sure to diagnose the CAN bus line.
 
 
CIRCUIT OPERATION
  • The SRS-ECU judges how severe a collision is by detecting signals from the side impact sensor installed on the lower side of the center pillar and the G-sensor in the SRS-ECU. If the impact is over a predetermined level, the SRS-ECU sends an ignition signal. At this time, the SRS air bag will inflate.
  • The ignition signal is input to the side-airbag module to inflate the side-airbag.
 
 
DTC SET CONDITIONS
This DTC is stored if there is abnormal resistance between the input terminals of the side-airbag module (RH) (squib).
 
 
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
  • Damaged wiring harnesses or connectors
  • Short to the power supply in the side-airbag module (RH) (squib) harness
  • Malfunction of the SRS-ECU
 
 
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), diagnose the CAN bus line.
(1)
cautionTo prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III). Refer to "How to connect the scan tool ."
(2) Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
(3) Diagnose the CAN bus line.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Is the check result satisfactory?
Go to Step 2.
Repair the CAN bus line (Refer to GROUP 54C, Diagnosis ).
 
STEP 2. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.
Check again if the DTC is stored.
(1) Erase the DTC.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
(3) Check if the DTC is stored.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Is the DTC stored?
Go to Step 3.
Intermittent malfunction (Refer to GROUP 00 - How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction ).
 
STEP 3. Check the side-airbag module (RH).
(1) Check that the negative battery terminal is disconnected. If the negative battery terminal is connected, disconnect it.
(2) Disconnect the side-airbag module (RH) connector, unlock the connector by sliding the locking button to the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure, and then disconnect the connector.
(3) Connect special tool dummy resistor (MB991865) to special tool resistor harness (MB991866).
(4)
cautionDo not insert a probe directly into the terminal from the connector front side as the connector contact pressure may be weakened.
Insert the resistor harness probe from the back of side-airbag module (RH) harness side connector.
(5) Connect the negative battery terminal.
(6) Erase the diagnostic trouble code memory, and check the diagnostic trouble code.
(7) Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Is the DTC B1423 stored?
Go to Step 4.
Replace the front seatback pad and frame assembly (Refer to ).
 
STEP 4. Voltage measurement at the SRS-ECU connector.
(1) Check that the negative battery terminal is disconnected. If the negative battery terminal is connected, disconnect it.
(2) While pushing the part "A" indicated in the figure of the harness side connector, turn the lock lever to the direction of the arrow to release the lock lever, and disconnect the SRS-ECU connector.
(3)
dangerTo release the connector short spring in the following operations, disconnect this side-airbag module connector, and keep the squib circuit shorted.
Disconnect the side-airbag module (RH) connector, unlock the connector by sliding the locking button to the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure, and then disconnect the connector.
(4)
cautionThe short spring may not be released due to the insufficient insertion, thus insert for 4 mm (0.16 inch) or more.
Insert a cable tie [3 mm (0.12 inch) wide, 0.5 mm (0.02 inch) thick] between the SRS+, SRS- line and the short spring, and then release the short spring.
(5) Connect the negative battery terminal.
(6) Ignition switch: ON
(7) Take the measurements below at the SRS-ECU harness side connector.
  • Voltage between SRS+, SRS- line and body ground
OK: 1 V or less
(8) Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 5.
Repair the wiring harness SRS+, SRS- line between the SRS-ECU connector and the side-airbag module (RH) connector.
 
STEP 5. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.
Check again if the DTC is stored.
(1) Erase the DTC.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
(3) Check if the DTC is stored.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Is the DTC B1423 stored?
Replace SRS-ECU (Refer to ).
Intermittent malfunction (Refer to GROUP 00 - How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction ).