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SRS / Airbag
ECU – DTC Troubleshooting Guide
Version: 14.0
Date: 14-February-2017
Prepared by:Airbag COC Review &
Approved by:Sanjeev VM
Page: 233 of 549
B100B-55:- Passenger Deactivation switch (PADS) not configured
Overview:-
ISO Code
B100B55
Customer Symptom
SRS Warning Lamp continuously ON in Instrument Cluster
Fault Effects (On Vehicle)
PAD Switch functionality not available as per VC resulting in
Passenger Airbag deployment in a crash in case when the front
passenger is un occupied or a child is sitting in the front
passenger seat, which can be dangerous to the child occupant.
Lamp Status (If Any)
SRS Warning Lamp continuously ON in Instrument Cluster
Fault Detection Condition
PAD Switch is not configured in EOL, but physically present in
the vehicle or
PAD Switch is configured in EOL, but physically not present in
the vehicle.
Normal Operating Condition
PAD Switch configuration & physical presence in the vehicle
should be as per the VC.
Probable Trouble Area
Related wiring Harness, connector or terminals
PAD Switch
System Configuration
Airbag ECU
Healing Condition
1. Correct System configuration should be written to Airbag
ECU as per VC.
2. PAD Switch physical presence should be as per VC.
Component Details:-
Airbag ECU
:- It is fitted in the floor of central console in the car. The Airbag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) controls
the deployment system to allow an appropriate igniting of the Airbags and belt pre-tensioners to restrain the driver
and passengers.
PADI
(Passenger Airbag Deactivation Indicator):- Passenger Airbag Deactivation Indicator is provided in the Fascia
Switch or in SBR display & gives the visual indication to the occupants on the deactivation status of the Passenger
Airbag. This indication will glow, if the Passenger Airbag is deactivated.
PADS
`(Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch):- Passenger Airbag Deactivation (PAD) Switch is provided on the left
side of dashboard. Passenger Airbag should be deactivated if a child is seated in the Front Passenger seat (Since, in
case of an impact, the deployed airbag will hit the child directly on his head with a heavy force, which can be
dangerous to the child). Passenger Airbag can be deactivated by turning the PADS switch in anti -clockwise direction
using the Ignition Key. It can be re-activated by turning the PADS switch in clockwise direction using the Ignition key.
SBR Display
:- SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) display gives visual indication to the occupants regarding the Seat belt
buckle status of front & rear passengers & also the PAD Switch status.
Preliminary Checks:-
1. Check Battery Voltage (12 V & above)
2. Check for any faults in Airbag Warning Lamp indication in Instrument Cluster.
3. Ensure the proper locking of Airbag ECU wiring harness connectors in the vehicle by the locking sound.
Trouble Shooting:-




