G3 RECHECK FOR DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) B1317
Is DTC B1317 present?
Yes | INSTALL a new DSM. REFER to: Driver Front Seat Module (DSM) (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation). |
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No | The system is operating normally at this time. The DTC may have been set previously during battery charging or while jump starting the vehicle. |
DTC: B1318
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 123 for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
REFER to: Front Seats - System Operation and Component Description (501-10A Front Seats, Description and Operation).
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
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B1318 Battery Voltage Low | The DSM continuously monitors the input voltage for correct operation. If the DSM detects input voltage below 10 volts, it stores DTC B1318 in memory. If DTC B1318 is set, the DSM disables the memory system outputs for the driver seat memory operation. |
Possible Causes
Wiring, terminals or connectors DSM
PINPOINT TEST H : DTC: B1318
WARNING: Incorrect repair techniques or actions can cause an accidental Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) deployment. Never compromise or depart from these instructions. Failure to precisely follow all instructions could result in serious personal injury from an accidental deployment.
H1 RECHECK FOR DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) B1318
Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs). Using a diagnostic scan tool, repeat the DSM self-test.
Is DTC B1318 still present?
Yes | GO to H2 |
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No | The system is operating normally at this time. The DTC may have been set previously due to a discharged battery condition. |
H2 CHECK FOR CHARGING SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) IN THE PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE)
Using a diagnostic scan tool, retrieve the Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs) from the PCM.
Are any charging system Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present?
Yes | DIAGNOSE the charging system concern. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 414 for the procedure. |
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No | GO to H3 |
H3 CHECK THE BATTERY CONDITION AND STATE OF CHARGE
Ignition OFF. Check the battery condition and verify the battery is fully charged. REFER to: Battery (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, Diagnosis and Testing).
Is the battery OK and fully charged?
Yes | GO to H4 |
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No | DIAGNOSE the charging system concern. Refer to the appropriate section in Group 414 for the procedure. |
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