Subaru Outback (BR): Airbag Connector, Diagnostic Trouble Code

A: PROCEDURE

For operation procedures, refer to "Airbag Connector" of Airbag System. <Ref. to AB-18, Airbag Connector.>

Airbag Control Module I/O Signal

A: ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION

• Type A

• Terminal numbers in airbag control module connector are shown in the figure.
• The airbag warning light illuminates when the connector is removed from the airbag control module.

• Type B (OUTBACK model)

• Terminal numbers in airbag control module connector are shown in the figure.
• The airbag warning light illuminates when the connector is removed from the airbag control module.

• Type B (Sedan model)

• Terminal numbers in airbag control module connector are shown in the figure.
• The airbag warning light illuminates when the connector is removed from the airbag control module.

B: WIRING DIAGRAM

Refer to the WI section wiring diagram. <Ref. to WI-45, WIRING DIAGRAM, Airbag System.>

Subaru Select Monitor

A: OPERATION

For operation procedures, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

B: INSPECTION

1. COMMUNICATION FOR INITIALIZING IMPOSSIBLE

DTC DETECTING CONDITION:

Defective harness connector

TROUBLE SYMPTOM:

Communication is impossible between the airbag control module and the Subaru Select Monitor.

CAUTION: Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description". <Ref. to AB(diag)-5, CAUTION, General Description.>

WIRING DIAGRAM:

Read Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

A: OPERATION

For operation procedures, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

NOTE: For details concerning DTCs, refer to List of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). <Ref. to AB(diag)-41, List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC).>

Inspection Mode

A: PROCEDURE

Recreate the circumstance by referring to the conditions described in the checklist.

Clear Memory Mode

A: OPERATION

For operation procedures, refer to the "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

NOTE: Clear the DTC stored in the airbag control module after repairing the airbag system.

Display of Status Information

A: OPERATION

Check the operating condition of each sensor in the event of malfunction in the seat belt buckle switch, or when the seat belt buckle switch has been replaced.

1) On "Main Menu" display, select {Each System Check}.

2) On "System Selection Menu" display, select {Airbag System}.

3) On "Airbag System" display, select {Status Data}.

The following table is for support data.

*1: Displayed when it is initial.
*2: Seat position sensor not supported
*3: Seat belt fastened
*4: Seat belt not fastened
*5: Displayed when data other than belt fastened or not fastened, such as breakdowns is input.
*6: Seat belt buckle switch not supported
*7: Passenger's airbag operating state
*8: Passenger's airbag non-operating state

NOTE: For detailed operation procedures, refer to "PC application help for Subaru Select Monitor".

Airbag Warning Light Illumination Pattern

A: INSPECTION

Turn the ignition switch to ON, and confirm that the airbag warning light remains on for approx. 6 seconds then turns off afterwards.

1. Airbag warning light
2. Approx. 6 sec.
3. Ignition switch ON

Airbag Warning Light Failure

A: AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINS ON

DETECTING CONDITION:

• Airbag warning light is faulty.
• Airbag control module to airbag warning light circuit is shorted or open.
• Grounding circuit is faulty.
• Airbag control module is faulty.
• Connector connection is improper.
• Connections of (AB6, AB17, AB18) to airbag control module are improper.

CAUTION: Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description". <Ref. to AB(diag)-5, CAUTION, General Description.>

WIRING DIAGRAM:

B: AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINS OFF

DETECTING CONDITION:

• Fuse No. 5 (in fuse & relay box) is blown out.
• Body harness circuit is open.
• Airbag warning light is faulty.
• Airbag main harness is faulty.
• Airbag control module is faulty.

CAUTION: Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description". <Ref. to AB(diag)-5, CAUTION, General Description.>

WIRING DIAGRAM:

List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

A: LIST

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